paine
Definition
Proper noun 1. Thomas Paine: An American Revolutionary leader, political activist, philosopher, and pamphleteer, born in England. He is famous for writing influential pamphlets, most notably Common Sense (1776) and The American Crisis, which advocated for American independence from Great Britain. He also supported the French Revolution, authoring Rights of Man. 2. Robert Treat Paine: An American lawyer, politician, and Revolutionary leader who served as a delegate to the Continental Congress and was a signer of the Declaration of Independence.
Usage Examples
- Thomas Paine:
- Thomas Paine's pamphlet Common Sense was instrumental in persuading many colonists to support independence.
- The ideas of Paine on democracy and human rights were considered radical in his time.
- Robert Treat Paine:
- Robert Treat Paine represented Massachusetts at the Continental Congress.
- As a signer, Paine committed to the cause of American liberty.
Advanced Usage
- "Painean" (adjective): Relating to or characteristic of the ideas of Thomas Paine.
- His political philosophy has a distinctly Painean emphasis on natural rights and popular sovereignty.
Variants and Related Words
- Paine, Thomas (n): The full name often used for clarity.
- Paine, Robert Treat (n): The full name used to distinguish from Thomas Paine.
- Common Sense (n): The title of Thomas Paine's most famous pamphlet, often used synonymously with his ideas.
Synonyms
- Pamphleteer (for Thomas Paine): A writer of pamphlets, especially on controversial subjects.
- Founding Father (often applied to Robert Treat Paine): A prominent figure in the founding of the United States.
- Revolutionary: A person who works for or engages in political revolution.
Related Phrases and Contexts
- "The Age of Reason": The title of a deistic work written by Thomas Paine, questioning institutionalized religion.
- "These are the times that try men's souls.": The famous opening line of Thomas Paine's .
- Signer of the Declaration: A phrase directly associated with Robert Treat Paine's historical role.
Noun
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American Revolutionary leader and pamphleteer (born in England) who supported the American colonist's fight for independence and supported the French Revolution (1737-1809)
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American Revolutionary leader and signer of the Declaration of Independence (1731-1814)
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