dumas

Thân thiện

A student reads a book by Dumas in the library.

Definition

Proper noun A French author of the 19th century, famous for his numerous historical adventure novels. He is one of the most widely read French writers in the world.

Usage

This word is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to the historical person, Alexandre Dumas. It is typically used in contexts discussing literature, history, or French culture. * He enjoyed reading the novels of Dumas. * The works of Dumas have been adapted into many films.

Advanced Usage

• Dumas is often referred to as Alexandre Dumas, père (father) to distinguish him from his son, Alexandre Dumas, fils (son), who was also a famous writer.
  • "The Three Musketeers" was written by Alexandre Dumas, père.

Variants and Related Words

• Dumas, Alexandre Dumas: The full name.
• Dumasian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the works of Dumas (less common).
  • The film had a Dumasian sense of adventure.

Synonyms

• Alexandre Dumas
• Alexandre Dumas, père

Related Phrases/Idioms

• A Dumas novel: Used to describe a situation or story full of drama, intrigue, and adventure.
  • Their family history was like something out of a Dumas novel.

Học thuật

Noun

1. French writer remembered for his swashbuckling historical tales (1802-1870)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Dumas
• Alexandre Dumas