francois de la rochefoucauld

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • A 17th-century French writer: François de La Rochefoucauld was a French author, moralist, and nobleman, famous for his concise and often cynical observations on human nature and society, published as maxims.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The writings of François de La Rochefoucauld offer a sharp analysis of self-love and human motivation.
    • In his maxims, François de La Rochefoucauld argued that our virtues are often disguised vices.
Advanced Usage
  • "La Rochefoucauld": The surname alone is often used to refer to the writer or his ideas.
    • A quote from La Rochefoucauld perfectly described the situation.
  • "Rochefoucauldian" (adj): Describing a style or insight reminiscent of his work—particularly its psychological acuity and skepticism.
    • He had a Rochefoucauldian view of charity, seeing it as a form of self-interest.
Variants and Related Words
  • La Rochefoucauld: The most common shortened reference to the author.
  • Maxims (of La Rochefoucauld): Refers specifically to his published collection of aphoristic writings, (Reflections or Moral Maxims and Sayings).
Synonyms
  • Moralist: A writer or philosopher who concerns themselves with moral principles and human behavior.
  • Aphorist: A writer who composes concise, memorable statements of truth or opinion.
Related Idioms or Phrases
  • In the style of La Rochefoucauld: Used to describe a pithy, psychologically penetrating, and somewhat pessimistic observation about human nature.
    • Her remark about friendship was in the style of La Rochefoucauld.
Noun
  1. French writer of moralistic maxims (1613-1680)

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