Dantesque

//ˌdæntɪˈɛsk// adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of, pertaining to, or in the style of Dante; characterized by a formal, elevated tone and somber focus.

    "“They’re screaming, looking for taxis, calling up friends and singing Happy Birthday to each other. It’s a spectacle, a Dantesque spectacle.”"

Adjective
  1. 1
    of or relating to Dante Alighieri or his writings wordnet

Synonyms

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danteandanteandantean

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"“They’re screaming, looking for taxis, calling up friends and singing Happy Birthday to each other. It’s a spectacle, a Dantesque spectacle.”"

Etymology

From Dante + -esque.

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