Critical Theory Concepts

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adjective relating to or characteristic of the French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre or his philosophical ideas

  • The philosopher's ideas are often compared to Sartrian existentialism.
  • I never really understood that Sartrian stuff in philosophy class.
  • That Sartrian philosophy is way too deep for me to grasp.
  • Her outlook on life has become more Sartrian since studying existentialism.

noun the quality or characteristic of being an author; the state of being an author

  • The authoriality of the text was evident in the meticulous attention to detail and the coherent narrative structure.
  • You can really see the authoriality of the writer shining through in this book.
  • The authoriality of this piece is off the charts - you can tell the writer poured their heart and soul into it.
  • The authoriality of her paintings was unmistakable, each stroke of the brush reflecting her unique perspective and style.