shavian

• Relatif à George Bernard Shaw ou à ses œuvres ; se dit aussi de l'alphabet Shaw, alphabet phonétique conçu pour l'anglais.

Relating to or characteristic of George Bernard Shaw or his works; also refers to the Shavian alphabet, a phonetic alphabet created for the English language.

1. Relating to George Bernard ShawC2formal

   Of or pertaining to the Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw, his literary style, or his ideas.

   Shavien

   • The play had a distinctly Shavian wit and social commentary.
   • Her analysis focused on the Shavian critique of Victorian morality.
   • The lecture explored the Shavian influence on modern drama.

• Nom désignant un adepte ou un admirateur de George Bernard Shaw, de ses œuvres ou de ses idées.

A noun referring to a follower or admirer of George Bernard Shaw, his works, or his ideas.

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1. Admirer of George Bernard ShawC2formal

   A person who is a devoted admirer or follower of the Irish playwright and critic George Bernard Shaw, or his literary works and ideas.

   Shavien, admirateur de George Bernard Shaw

   • The conference was attended by many Shavians who discussed his plays.
   • As a true Shavian, she could quote long passages from 'Pygmalion'.
   • The literary society was founded by a group of dedicated Shavians.