richelieu
Definition
Proper noun 1. A French prelate and statesman: Refers to Armand Jean du Plessis, Cardinal de Richelieu, who was a powerful Roman Catholic cardinal and a chief minister to King Louis XIII of France from 1624 until his death. He is a significant historical figure known for consolidating royal power and shaping France's domestic and foreign policies.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Cardinal Richelieu is often depicted as a cunning and formidable figure in historical novels.
- The policies of Richelieu were instrumental in establishing French dominance in Europe.
- Many historians study the political maneuvers of Richelieu.
Advanced Usage
- "Richelieu" as a metonym: The name is sometimes used to represent the centralized power and political cunning of the French monarchy in the 17th century.
- The ambassador faced a diplomacy shaped by the spirit of Richelieu.
Variants and Related Words
- Richelieuian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Cardinal Richelieu or his policies.
- The minister pursued a Richelieuian strategy of statecraft.
Synonyms
- Cardinal Richelieu: The full, most common reference.
- The Red Eminence: A historical nickname, translating "L'Éminence rouge," referring to his red cardinal's robes and his influence.
- Armand Jean du Plessis: His birth name.
Related Phrases and Cultural References
- "Richelieu" in fiction: The character appears frequently as a primary antagonist, notably in Alexandre Dumas' , where he is portrayed as scheming against the king.
- In the film, the actor's portrayal of Richelieu captured the cardinal's calculating nature.
Noun
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French prelate and statesman; principal minister to Louis XIII (1585-1642)
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