Shakespearean
Pronunciation: /ˌʃeɪkˈspɪriːən/
Shakespearean (adj)
- Connected with William Shakespeare’s writing style, especially the way characters speak and the structure of plays.
- 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.