Dantesque
/ˌdæntɪˈɛsk/ adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 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 of or relating to Dante Alighieri or his writings wordnet
Synonyms
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More examples"“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.