Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Shakespeare
Proper Noun
/ˈʃeɪkspɪr/
Definition
William Shakespeare was an English playwright, poet, and actor, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the English language and the world’s pre-eminent dramatist.
Examples
- Shakespeare’s plays are still performed all over the world.
- Many famous quotes come from Shakespeare’s works, such as ‘To be or not to be.’
Meaning
Shakespeare refers to both the individual, William Shakespeare, and the body of work he produced, which includes numerous plays, sonnets, and poems.
Synonyms
- The Bard
- Will
