Shakespearean

adjective

UK/ˌʃeɪkˈspɪə.ri.ən/
US/ˌʃeɪkˈspɪr.i.ən/

Definitions of Shakespearean adjective

  1. Relating to, or characteristic of, William Shakespeare or his works.

    • The play's dialogue is filled with Shakespearean flourishes.

    • The movie portrays the protagonist's downfall in a Shakespearean tragedy style.

    • He delivered a Shakespearean-style soliloquy, showing the character's internal struggle.