Yeats
Definition
- Proper noun:
- William Butler Yeats: An Irish poet and dramatist, widely considered one of the foremost figures of 20th-century literature. He was a driving force behind the Irish Literary Revival and co-founded the Abbey Theatre.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- The poetry of Yeats is studied in literature classes worldwide.
- Many of Yeats's plays explore themes from Irish mythology.
- The Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to W.B. Yeats in 1923.
Advanced Usage
- "Yeatsian" (adjective): Characteristic of or resembling the style, themes, or mystical elements found in the works of W.B. Yeats.
- The poem had a Yeatsian quality, blending symbolism with national identity.
Variants and Related Words
- Yeatsian (adj): Pertaining to W.B. Yeats or his literary style.
Synonyms
- W.B. Yeats: The full name of the poet.
- William Butler Yeats: The complete formal name.
Related Phrases and Contexts
- The Irish Literary Revival: A cultural movement in the late 19th and early 20th centuries with which Yeats was closely associated.
- The Abbey Theatre: Ireland's national theatre, co-founded by Yeats.
- Symbolist poetry: A literary movement influencing Yeats's early work.
Noun
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Irish poet and dramatist (1865-1939)
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