benchley
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A surname of a notable American humorist: Specifically refers to Robert Benchley (1889-1945), an American humorist, critic, actor, and writer known for his essays, short films, and theatrical reviews.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The essay's style was reminiscent of Benchley. (The essay's humorous and observational style was similar to that of Robert Benchley.)
- He studied the works of Benchley and other early 20th-century humorists. (He read and analyzed the writings of Robert Benchley and his contemporaries.)
Advanced Usage
- Used metonymically to refer to a style of gentle, urbane, and self-deprecating humor.
- The article wasn't just funny; it had a real touch of Benchley about it. (The article exhibited the characteristic witty and observational humor associated with Robert Benchley.)
Variants and Related Words
- Benchleyan (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Robert Benchley or his humor.
- His Benchleyan wit made the lecture thoroughly enjoyable.
Synonyms
- Humorist: A writer or performer specializing in humor. (This is a general category which Benchley exemplifies.)
- Essayist: A writer of essays. (Benchley was known for his humorous essays.)
Notes
- As a proper noun, "Benchley" almost exclusively refers to the historical figure Robert Benchley. It is not commonly used in idioms or phrasal verbs.
Noun
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United States humorist (1889-1945)
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