Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • 39th President of the United States (1924-): James Earl Carter is the full name of Jimmy Carter, who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981. He is also known for his extensive post-presidential humanitarian work and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • James Earl Carter was born in Plains, Georgia.
  • The foreign policy of James Earl Carter emphasized human rights.
  • Historians study the presidency of James Earl Carter.

Advanced Usage

• The name James Earl Carter is often used in formal, historical, or biographical contexts to refer to the former president, distinguishing him from other individuals named Jimmy Carter.
  • The biography detailed the early life of James Earl Carter before he entered politics.

Variants and Related Words

• Jimmy Carter (proper noun): The common and familiar name for James Earl Carter.
  • Jimmy Carter founded The Carter Center after his presidency.

Synonyms

• Jimmy Carter: The preferred informal name.
• President Carter: A title used to denote his former office.
• The 39th President: A reference by numerical order.

Related Phrases and Idioms

• While there are no standard phrasal verbs or idioms containing the full name "James Earl Carter," the surname "Carter" can appear in historical or political idioms, such as "the Carter era" or "Carter's diplomacy." These refer specifically to the period and policies of his administration.
  • The Camp David Accords were a hallmark of Carter's diplomacy.

Noun

1. 39th President of the United States (1924-)