voltarian

An obsolete adjective referring to the philosophical or satirical style of Voltaire (François-Marie Arouet), often implying wit, skepticism, and criticism of established institutions.

• 🇷🇺Устаревшее прилагательное, относящееся к философскому или сатирическому стилю Вольтера (Франсуа-Мари Аруэ), часто подразумевающее остроумие, скептицизм и критику устоявшихся институтов.

1. In the manner of Voltaire C2 formal

   Characteristic of or resembling the style, wit, or critical spirit of the French writer Voltaire, often involving satire, skepticism, and advocacy for reason.

   • His Voltarian wit cut through the hypocrisy of the court.
   • The essay had a Voltarian tone, mocking established beliefs with sharp irony.
   • She adopted a Voltarian approach to the debate, questioning every assumption.

   🇷🇺Вольтеровский

   Синонимы: criticalcynicalironicrationalistsardonicsatiricalwitty