Rabelaisian

Pronunciation: /ˌræbəˈleɪziən/

Definitions of Rabelaisian

adjective relating to or characteristic of the works of Francois Rabelais, known for his bawdy humor and satire

Example Sentences

A1 I read a Rabelaisian novel with lots of humor.

A2 The movie had a Rabelaisian sense of fun and irreverence.

B1 The comedian's performance was described as Rabelaisian due to its bawdy humor.

B2 The author's writing style is often compared to Rabelaisian satire.

C1 The play was a Rabelaisian masterpiece, blending comedy with social commentary.

C2 The artist's work is known for its Rabelaisian wit and larger-than-life characters.

Examples of Rabelaisian in a Sentence

formal The author's writing style can be described as Rabelaisian, with its use of satire and humor.

informal That movie was so over-the-top and Rabelaisian, I couldn't stop laughing!

slang The party last night was totally Rabelaisian - there was food, drinks, and wild dancing all night long.

figurative Her appetite for life was truly Rabelaisian, always seeking out new experiences and pleasures.

Grammatical Forms of Rabelaisian

• past tense: Rabelaisianed
• plural: Rabelaisians
• comparative: more Rabelaisian
• superlative: most Rabelaisian
• present tense: Rabelaisians
• future tense: will be Rabelaisian
• perfect tense: have been Rabelaisian
• continuous tense: are being Rabelaisian
• singular: Rabelaisian
• positive degree: Rabelaisian
• infinitive: to be Rabelaisian
• gerund: being Rabelaisian
• participle: Rabelaisianing

Origin and Evolution of Rabelaisian

First Known Use: 1855 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'Rabelaisian' originates from the name of the French Renaissance writer François Rabelais, known for his bawdy and satirical works.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe works or humor reminiscent of Rabelais' style, the term 'Rabelaisian' has evolved to encompass a broader sense of excess, indulgence, and irreverence.