denis diderot

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denis diderot

Denis Diderot writes at his desk with a large book.

Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • French philosopher and writer: Denis Diderot was a prominent French philosopher and writer during the 18th century. He was a central figure of the Enlightenment, a period emphasizing reason, science, and intellectual interchange.
    • Chief editor of the Encyclopédie: He is best known as the principal editor of the Encyclopédie, a massive, collaborative work designed to compile and disseminate the scientific, philosophical, and technical knowledge of the era.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Denis Diderot was a key contributor to Enlightenment thought.
    • The ideas of Denis Diderot influenced many later philosophers and writers.
    • Denis Diderot's work on the Encyclopédie was a monumental achievement.
Advanced Usage
  • "Diderot's Encyclopédie": Refers specifically to the encyclopedia project he led, which became a symbol of Enlightenment ideals.
    • Diderot's Encyclopédie aimed to change the way people thought about the world.
  • "Diderotian" (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Denis Diderot or his ideas.
    • The essay exhibited a Diderotian commitment to rational inquiry.
Variants and Related Words
  • Diderot (n): A common shortened reference to Denis Diderot.
    • Diderot faced significant opposition from the authorities for his work.
  • Encyclopédie (n): The title of the encyclopedia project he edited.
    • The Encyclopédie was a foundational text of the French Enlightenment.
Synonyms
  • Encyclopedist: A person, especially one of a group of writers, who compiles an encyclopedia. (Diderot is the most famous example.)
  • Philosophe: The French term for a philosopher of the Enlightenment, particularly one engaged in public intellectual debate. (Diderot was a leading .)
Related Phrases and Concepts
  • "The Encyclopedists": Refers to the group of scholars, including Diderot, Jean le Rond d'Alembert, and others, who contributed to the .
    • The Encyclopedists sought to promote secular knowledge and critical thinking.
  • "Age of Enlightenment": The historical period (18th century) in which Diderot was a leading intellectual figure.
    • Denis Diderot's writings are essential reading for understanding the Age of Enlightenment.
denis diderot

Denis Diderot writes at his desk with a large book.

Noun
  1. French philosopher who was a leading figure of the Enlightenment in France; principal editor of an encyclopedia that disseminated the scientific and philosophical knowledge of the time (1713-1784)

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