Shakespearean

Pronunciation: /ˌʃeɪkˈspɪriːən/

Shakespearean (adj)

  1. Connected with William Shakespeare’s writing style, especially the way characters speak and the structure of plays.
  2. Made or used during the period when Shakespeare lived, or closely similar to that period’s language and ideas.

Shakespearean (adjective)

Examples

  • The play uses a Shakespearean style with dramatic speeches.
  • Her poem sounds Shakespearean, with strong emotion and rhythm.