thespian

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Etymology

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From Latin Thespis, from the name of the Ancient Greek actor Thespis (fl. 6th century BCE), from Θέσπις (Théspis) +‎ -ian.[1]

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Adjective

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thespian (comparative more thespian, superlative most thespian)

  1. Of, or relating to drama and acting; dramatic, theatrical.

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Noun

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thespian (plural thespians)

  1. An actor or player.

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References

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  1. ^ Douglas Harper (2001–2024) “thespian”, in Online Etymology Dictionary.