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Dantesque

American

[dan-tesk] / dænˈtɛsk /

adjective

in the style of Dante; characterized by impressive elevation of style with deep solemnity or somberness of feeling.

Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

pseudo-Dantesque

adjective

Etymology

Origin of Dantesque

1825–35; Dant(e) + -esque; compare French dantesque, Italian dantesco

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