Rasputin

Pronunciation: /ræˈspjuːtɪn/

Definitions of Rasputin

noun Rasputin

Example Sentences

A1 Rasputin was a mysterious figure in Russian history.

A2 Many people believe that Rasputin had supernatural powers.

B1 Rasputin's influence over the Russian royal family was controversial.

B2 Rasputin's assassination was a pivotal moment in Russian history.

C1 Historians still debate the true extent of Rasputin's influence.

C2 Rasputin's reputation as a mystic and healer continues to fascinate scholars.

Examples of Rasputin in a Sentence

formal Grigori Rasputin was a controversial figure in Russian history.

informal Have you heard about that mysterious guy Rasputin?

slang Rasputin was one strange dude, man.

figurative His influence in the royal court was like Rasputin's hold over the Tsarina.

Grammatical Forms of Rasputin

• past tense: Rasputinized
• plural: Rasputins
• comparative: more Rasputin
• superlative: most Rasputin
• present tense: Rasputins
• future tense: will Rasputin
• perfect tense: have Rasputined
• continuous tense: is Rasputining
• singular: Rasputin
• positive degree: Rasputin
• infinitive: to Rasputin
• gerund: Rasputining
• participle: Rasputined

Origin and Evolution of Rasputin

First Known Use: 1917 year

Language of Origin: Russian

Story behind the word: The word 'Rasputin' originated in Russia and is derived from the surname of Grigori Rasputin, a Russian mystic and advisor to the Romanov family.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to Grigori Rasputin, the word 'Rasputin' has evolved to symbolize a controversial and influential figure with mysterious or dark motives.