louis xi

Thân thiện

Louis XI sits on his throne, holding a scepter and wearing a royal crown.

Definition

Proper noun A King of France from the House of Valois who reigned from 1461 to 1483. He is historically noted for consolidating royal authority by subduing powerful feudal lords and significantly strengthening the power of the French monarchy, laying the groundwork for a more unified state.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • Louis XI was known as "the Prudent" or "the Spider King" for his cunning political strategies.
  • The reign of Louis XI saw the decline of the feudal system in France.
  • Historians often study Louis XI for his role in centralizing the French state.

Advanced Usage

• "The Spider King": A common historical nickname for Louis XI, alluding to his patient, calculating, and often ruthless methods of diplomacy and intrigue, likening him to a spider weaving a web.
  • Louis XI, often called "the Spider King," expertly entangled his enemies in a web of alliances and betrayals.

Variants and Related Words

• Valois: The name of the royal house to which Louis XI belonged.
• The Prudent: Another common epithet for this king, highlighting his cautious and strategic nature.

Synonyms

• The Spider King (nickname)
• The Prudent (nickname)
• King of France (title, non-specific)

Related Idioms and Phrases

• To play a game like Louis XI: To engage in politics or strategy with extreme cunning, patience, and a willingness to use deception (derived from his reputation).
  • In the corporate takeover, the CEO played a game like Louis XI, outmaneuvering all competitors.

Học thuật

Noun

1. king of France who put down an alliance of unruly nobles and unified France except for Brittany (1423-1483)

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