fyodor dostoevsky

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A student reads a book by Fyodor Dostoevsky in the library.

Definition

Proper noun: - Fyodor Dostoevsky: A 19th-century Russian novelist, widely regarded as one of the greatest psychologists in world literature. His works are celebrated for their profound exploration of human suffering, moral dilemmas, philosophical depth, and psychological insight, often presented with a dark sense of humor.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The themes of guilt and redemption are central to the novels of Fyodor Dostoevsky.
  • Many literature courses include a study of Fyodor Dostoevsky's major works.
  • Fyodor Dostoevsky's own experiences, including his mock execution and imprisonment, deeply influenced his writing.

Advanced Usage

• "Dostoevskian" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of the works, themes, or style of Fyodor Dostoevsky, especially involving intense psychological and moral turmoil.
  • The film had a Dostoevskian atmosphere, focusing on a man's internal crisis of conscience.

Variants and Related Words

• Dostoevsky, Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky, Feodor Dostoevsky, Dostoyevsky: Alternative spellings and the full name for the same author.
• Dostoevskian (adj.): As described above.

Synonyms

• The Russian novelist: A common referent in literary discussion.
• Author of "Crime and Punishment": Identification by his most famous work.

Related Phrases and Contexts

• "a character out of Dostoevsky": Used to describe a person who is tormented, complex, or morally conflicted in a way reminiscent of Dostoevsky's creations.
  • The defendant, with his long, philosophical monologues about guilt, seemed like a character out of Dostoevsky.
• "Dostoevsky's Petersburg": Refers to the specific, often grim and feverish, portrayal of the city of St. Petersburg in his novels.

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Noun

1. Russian novelist who wrote of human suffering with humor and psychological insight (1821-1881)