Pythonesque
Britishadjective
Etymology
Origin of Pythonesque
C20: named after the British television show Monty Python's Flying Circus, first broadcast in 1969
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Somehow, it feels like the most absurdly Pythonesque solo project of all.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 13, 2026
Of course, things are far angrier than that in the world, and not nearly as Pythonesque.
From Salon ● Nov. 16, 2023
When my farewell ceremony comes due, I implore Mr. Cleese to provide a suitable Pythonesque distraction, so my bibliofriends can slip my chosen books into my last book depository.
From New York Times ● Sep. 18, 2020
Talking is no cure, however, for the dueling psychiatrists — one who’s actually a delusional patient — in this batch’s only comedy, Derin Seale’s Pythonesque confection “The Eleven O’Clock.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 8, 2018
Certainly as an answer to the Pythonesque question posed by Juniper's title, the story – with many other tales garnered in this salutary, highly readable appreciation of the living world – tells a simple truth.
From The Guardian ● Jan. 20, 2013
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