turgenev
Definition
Proper noun A Russian writer of the 19th century, known for his novels, short stories, and plays. He is considered a major figure in Russian literature.
Usage
The word "Turgenev" is used exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the person, Ivan Sergeyevich Turgenev, or to his body of literary work. It is not used with articles ("a" or "the").
Examples
- The novels of Turgenev often explore the conflict between generations and social change in 19th-century Russia.
- We are studying Turgenev's "Fathers and Sons" in my literature class.
- The critic compared the prose styles of Tolstoy and Turgenev.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used attributively to describe things related to his work or style.
- The play had a Turgenev-like atmosphere of melancholy and realism.
- She is an expert on Turgenev studies.
Variants and Related Words
- Turgenevian (adjective): Characteristic of or resembling the style or themes of Turgenev.
- The author's quiet, psychological realism is deeply Turgenevian.
Synonyms
- Ivan Turgenev
- Ivan Sergeyevich Turgenev
Related Phrases/Idioms
- None directly associated. The name itself is not commonly used in English idioms. It appears in literary and academic contexts.
Noun
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Russian writer of stories and novels and plays (1818-1883)
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