Thunbergian
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Of or relating to Carl Peter Thunberg (1743–1828), Swedish naturalist who collected and described many plants and animals new to European science.
- 2 Of or relating to Greta Thunberg (b. 2003), Swedish environmental activist who is known for challenging world leaders to take immediate action for climate change mitigation.
"When asked if she’ll meet with President Donald Trump, she gave a predictably Thunbergian response: “Why should I waste time talking to him when he, of course, is not going to listen to me?”"
Example
More examples"When asked if she’ll meet with President Donald Trump, she gave a predictably Thunbergian response: “Why should I waste time talking to him when he, of course, is not going to listen to me?”"
Etymology
From Thunberg + -ian.