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faustian

/ˈfaʊ.sti.ən/

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adjective

/ˈfaʊ.sti.ən/C2formal
  • ruОтносящийся к легенде о Фаусте или напоминающий её, особенно в том, что касается сделки с дьяволом или стремления к знаниям, власти или удовольствию ценой духовной или моральной целостности.

Relating to or resembling the legend of Faust, especially in involving a deal with the devil or a pursuit of knowledge, power, or pleasure at the cost of spiritual or moral integrity.

  1. Relating to FaustC2formal

    Pertaining to or resembling Faust, especially in the relentless pursuit of knowledge, power, or material gain, often at the cost of spiritual or moral values.

    ruФаустовский

    • The scientist's Faustian bargain with the corporation compromised his ethics.
    • Her Faustian ambition drove her to sacrifice her personal relationships for career success.
    • The novel explores the Faustian theme of trading one's soul for worldly achievements.
Forms
  • more faustian comparative form
  • most faustian superlative form