lessing
Definition
- Proper noun:
- Doris Lessing: A British novelist and short story writer, born in 1919 in Persia (now Iran) and raised in Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). She is known for her works on social and political themes, including The Golden Notebook. She was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2007.
- Gotthold Ephraim Lessing: A German writer, philosopher, dramatist, and publicist of the Enlightenment era (1729-1781). He is a key figure in German literature, known for his plays and critical writings that promoted religious tolerance and rational thought.
Usage Examples
Proper noun (Doris Lessing):
- I am reading a Lessing novel for my modern literature class.
- The themes in Lessing's work often explore the inner lives of women.
Proper noun (Gotthold Ephraim Lessing):
- The play *Nathan the Wise by Lessing is a classic of the German Enlightenment.*
- Lessing's philosophical essays were influential in promoting religious tolerance.
Advanced Usage
- The name Lessing is used attributively to describe works, styles, or ideas associated with either author.
- The seminar focused on Lessingian drama from the 18th century. (Referring to Gotthold Ephraim Lessing)
- Her writing has a certain Lessing-like quality in its psychological depth. (Likely referring to Doris Lessing)
Variants and Related Words
- Lessingian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the works or ideas of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing.
- The critic analyzed the Lessingian ideals of the play.
Synonyms
- Doris Lessing: (Author) There are no direct synonyms for a proper name. Can be described as: the Nobel laureate, the author of .
- Gotthold Ephraim Lessing: (Author) Can be described as: the German Enlightenment dramatist, the author of .
Related Phrases
- A Lessing figure: A character or person reminiscent of the complex, often intellectually searching protagonists found in Doris Lessing's novels.
- The protagonist is a true Lessing figure, grappling with political and personal identity.
Related Idioms
- The name itself is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions. It is primarily used as a direct reference to the individuals.
Noun
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English author of novels and short stories who grew up in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) (born in 1919)
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German playwright and leader of the Enlightenment (1729-1781)
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