barthelme
Definition
Proper noun A surname, specifically referring to Donald Barthelme, a 20th-century American author known for his innovative, often surrealistic short stories and novels.
Usage
This word is used almost exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the person, Donald Barthelme, or his body of literary work. It is not used as a common noun.
Examples - The postmodern techniques in Barthelme's fiction challenged traditional narrative forms. - We are studying a short story by Barthelme in my literature class. - Critics often compare the author's style to that of Barthelme.
Advanced Usage
- Barthelme-esque (adjective): Having qualities reminiscent of Donald Barthelme's writing style, such as fragmentation, irony, collage-like structures, and surreal humor.
- The new writer's Barthelme-esque story was published in a literary magazine.
Variants and Related Words
- Barthelmean (adjective): An alternative adjective form meaning characteristic of or pertaining to Donald Barthelme or his work.
- The essay analyzed the Barthelmean use of popular culture references.
Synonyms
- Donald Barthelme (full name)
- There are no true conceptual synonyms for a proper name. In literary context, one might refer to him as:
- the author
- the postmodernist
- the short story writer
Related Phrases & Idioms
As a proper noun, "Barthelme" does not form standard phrasal verbs or idioms. It is used directly as a name.
Noun
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United States author of sometimes surrealistic stories (1931-1989)
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