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dostoyevsky

/ˌdɒs.təˈjɛf.ski/

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noun

/ˌdɒs.təˈjɛf.ski/C1formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к русскому писателю, известному исследованием человеческих страданий с юмором и психологической глубиной.

A proper noun referring to a Russian novelist known for exploring human suffering with humor and psychological insight.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Russian novelistB2formal

    Fyodor Dostoyevsky was a 19th-century Russian writer known for exploring deep psychological themes, human suffering, and moral dilemmas in his novels, often with dark humor.

    ruРусский писатель

    • Dostoyevsky's novel 'Crime and Punishment' examines guilt and redemption.
    • Many critics consider Dostoyevsky one of the greatest psychologists in literature.
    • His works, such as 'The Brothers Karamazov', delve into faith and doubt.
Forms
  • dostoyevsky's possessive singular form