Vaudevillian

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /vɔːdəˈvɪljən/

Definitions of vaudevillian

noun a performer in vaudeville, a type of variety entertainment popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries

Example Sentences

A1 The vaudevillian told jokes and sang songs on stage.

A2 As a vaudevillian, she performed skits and magic tricks to entertain the audience.

B1 The vaudevillian's comedic timing and stage presence captivated the crowd.

B2 Being a vaudevillian required a diverse set of skills, including acting, singing, and dancing.

C1 The vaudevillian's career spanned decades, with numerous successful shows and tours.

C2 His reputation as a vaudevillian was unmatched, earning him a place in entertainment history.

Examples of vaudevillian in a Sentence

formal The vaudevillian performer captivated the audience with their comedic timing and physicality.

informal I heard that vaudevillian acts were really popular back in the day.

slang That vaudevillian routine was a real knee-slapper!

figurative Her storytelling style was like that of a vaudevillian, keeping the audience engaged and entertained.

Grammatical Forms of vaudevillian

past tense

performed

plural

vaudevillians

comparative

more vaudevillian

superlative

most vaudevillian

present tense

performs

future tense

will vaudevillian

perfect tense

has vaudeville

continuous tense

is vaudevilling

singular

vaudevillian

positive degree

vaudevillian

infinitive

to vaudeville

gerund

vaudevilling

participle

vaudevilleing

Origin and Evolution of vaudevillian

First Known Use: 1874 year
Language of Origin: French
Story behind the word: The word 'vaudevillian' originated from the French word 'vaudeville', which referred to a type of popular entertainment in the 18th century.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe performers in vaudeville shows, the term 'vaudevillian' later came to refer to anyone involved in vaudeville-style entertainment. Over time, it has evolved to be used more broadly to describe performers in variety shows or comedy acts.