pushkin
Definition
Proper noun 1. Alexander Pushkin: A renowned Russian poet, playwright, and novelist, widely considered the founder of modern Russian literature. He lived from 1799 to 1837. 2. The literary works of Alexander Pushkin: The collective body of poetry, drama, and prose written by Alexander Pushkin.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun (Person):
- Many consider Pushkin to be the greatest Russian poet.
- The museum exhibit featured letters written by Pushkin.
- Proper noun (Works):
- We studied Pushkin in my Russian literature class.
- His style was heavily influenced by reading Pushkin.
Advanced Usage
- "Pushkin-esque" (adjective): Having qualities characteristic of or resembling the style of Alexander Pushkin.
- The novel's lyrical prose was distinctly Pushkin-esque.
Variants and Related Words
- Pushkinian (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of Alexander Pushkin or his works.
- The scholar offered a Pushkinian analysis of the poem.
Synonyms
- The Bard (contextual, specifically for Russian literature): An epithet sometimes used for Pushkin, analogous to Shakespeare's "The Bard of Avon."
- The Sun of Russian Poetry (figurative): A common metaphorical title for Pushkin in Russian culture.
Noun
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Russian poet (1799-1837)
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