Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lamartine

Noun

/læˈmɑːrtiːn/

Definition

A French poet, novelist, and politician known for his lyrical poetry and profound spiritual themes.

Examples

Alphonse de Lamartine wrote extensively on nature and love in his poetry.
His masterpiece, ‘Méditations poétiques,’ is considered a landmark of French literature.
Lamartine also played a role in French politics during the 1848 revolution.

Meaning

Lamartine refers specifically to Alphonse de Lamartine, a significant figure in the French Romantic movement and a prominent writer of the 19th century.