Horowitzian
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Of or pertaining to Vladimir Horowitz (1903–1989), Russian-American classical virtuoso pianist.
"This is exciting, high-strung, Horowitzian pianism that is tempered by unfailing good taste, tonal subtlety, and a true sense of Lisztian style."
- 2 Of or pertaining to Donald L. Horowitz, professor of law and political science.
"Empirically, there are very few cases where Horowitzian electoral schemes have been tried, and hardly any where it has achieved the desired results."
Example
More examples"This is exciting, high-strung, Horowitzian pianism that is tempered by unfailing good taste, tonal subtlety, and a true sense of Lisztian style."
Etymology
From Horowitz + -ian.