Definition

Proper noun: - James Thurber: An American humorist, cartoonist, author, and playwright, known for his witty essays, short stories, and distinctive cartoons, often published in The New Yorker magazine. He is celebrated for his contributions to American humor and his exploration of the complexities of modern life, particularly the battle between the sexes and the anxieties of the common man.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The writings of James Thurber often blend fantasy with keen observations of human behavior.
  • Our literature class is studying the short story "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" by James Thurber.
  • The museum has an exhibition featuring the original cartoons of James Thurber.

Advanced Usage

• "Thurberesque" (adjective): Characteristic of or resembling the style, themes, or humor of James Thurber.
  • The story had a Thurberesque quality, mixing domestic frustration with surreal daydreams.

Variants and Related Words

• Thurber (noun): Often used alone to refer to James Thurber or his body of work.
  • That cartoon is pure Thurber.

Synonyms

• Humorist: A writer or performer specializing in humor.
• Cartoonist: An artist who draws cartoons.
• Essayist: A writer of essays.

Related Phrases

• "The war between men and women": A phrase often associated with Thurber's thematic focus on marital and gender conflicts.
  • The play explores the classic Thurberian theme of the war between men and women.

Noun

1. United States humorist and cartoonist who published collections of essays and stories (1894-1961)