john osborne
Definition
- Proper noun:
- John Osborne: An English playwright known for his significant contributions to post-war British theatre. He is particularly associated with the "Angry Young Men" literary movement.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- John Osborne's play "Look Back in Anger" premiered in 1956.
- The works of John Osborne revolutionized British drama in the 1950s.
Advanced Usage
- "an Osborne play": Used to describe a play written by John Osborne, typically characterized by its social criticism and intense emotional dialogue.
- The theatre is staging an Osborne play this season.
Variants and Related Words
- Osbornian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of John Osborne or his works.
- The critic noted the Osbornian rage in the protagonist's monologue.
Synonyms
- Dramatist: A writer of plays.
- Playwright: A person who writes plays.
Related Phrases
- "Angry Young Man": A term for a group of British writers in the 1950s, including John Osborne, whose work expressed disillusionment with traditional society.
- John Osborne was a leading figure among the Angry Young Men.
Noun
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English playwright (1929-1994)
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