Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A Cuban poet and revolutionary: José Julián Martí was a 19th-century Cuban national hero, intellectual, and key figure in the movement for Cuba's independence from Spanish colonial rule. He is celebrated for his literary works and his political leadership.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • The writings of José Julián Martí inspired a generation of independence fighters.
  • Many schools and plazas in Cuba are named after José Julián Martí.

Advanced Usage

• "Martian thought": Refers to the political and philosophical ideas espoused by José Martí, particularly regarding anti-imperialism, social justice, and Cuban nationalism.
  • The principles of Martian thought continue to influence political discourse in Latin America.

Variants and Related Words

• Martí (n): A common shortened or familiar reference to José Julián Martí.
  • The statue of Martí stands in the center of the park.

Synonyms

• National hero: A person celebrated as a heroic figure in the founding of a nation.
• Liberator: One who works to free a country from colonial or oppressive rule.

Related Phrases

• "Apostle of Cuban Independence": A common epithet or honorary title for José Julián Martí, highlighting his central, almost prophetic role in the independence movement.
  • Martí, known as the Apostle of Cuban Independence, died in battle in 1895.

Noun

1. Cuban poet and revolutionary who fought for Cuban independence from Spain (1853-1895)