thespian
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See also: Thespian
Alternative forms
Etymology
From Latin Thespis, from the name of the Ancient Greek actor Thespis (fl. 6th century BCE), from Θέσπις (Théspis) + -ian.[1]
Pronunciation
Adjective
thespian (comparative more thespian, superlative most thespian)
- Of, or relating to drama and acting; dramatic, theatrical.
Translations
of, or relating to drama and acting
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Noun
thespian (plural thespians)
Derived terms
References
- Douglas Harper (2001–2024) “thespian”, in Online Etymology Dictionary.
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