anton chekhov
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Definition
Proper noun: * Anton Chekhov: A Russian author, primarily known as a playwright and short-story writer. His works are celebrated for their realistic portrayal of human psychology, subtle humor, and exploration of themes like the difficulty of communication, the passage of time, and the quiet tragedies of everyday life.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The theater company will perform a play by Anton Chekhov next season.
- Many consider Anton Chekhov a master of the modern short story.
- Her acting style is deeply influenced by the works of Anton Chekhov.
Advanced Usage
- "Chekhovian" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of Anton Chekhov or his works, often describing a mood of melancholic realism, subtle characterization, and an emphasis on subtext.
- The film had a quiet, Chekhovian atmosphere, focusing on the unspoken tensions within a family.
Variants and Related Words
- Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich Chekhov: Full name and common variant.
- Chekhovian (adj.): As described above.
Synonyms
- The Russian playwright (when context is clear)
- The author of The Cherry Orchard
Related Idioms and Concepts
- "Chekhov's gun": A dramatic principle that states every element in a story must be necessary, and irrelevant elements should be removed. Famously summarized as "If you say in the first chapter that there is a rifle hanging on the wall, in the second or third chapter it absolutely must go off."
- The detailed description of the broken lock in the first act was a classic case of Chekhov's gun; you knew it would be important later.
Noun
- Russian dramatist whose plays are concerned with the difficulty of communication between people (1860-1904)