Senecan

American  

[sen-i-kuhn] / ˈsɛn ɪ kən /

adjective

1. relating to Seneca, an ancient Roman philosopher and tragedian, or to his works or ideas.

2. relating to the Senecas, an Indigenous people of western New York, or to their Iroquoian language.

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noun

• Senecans
  plural

1. a follower or admirer of Seneca, an ancient Roman philosopher and tragedian.

Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• Senecans
  plural

Example Sentences

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Senecan

The sentences Moran likes derive from the loose, Senecan style perfected in the 17th century by the likes of John Donne, rather than ones from the stiff, hierarchical period of Samuel Johnson a century later.

From New York Times ● Aug. 26, 2019

The story, evidently chosen because of its likeness to Seneca's "Thebais," is treated in Senecan manner, each of the first four acts being followed by a chorus of "Foure auncient and sage men of Brittaine."

From Tragedy by Ashley H. Thorndike

Jonson started with current popular forms, with "Julius Cæsar" rather than the Senecan models for a basis.

From Tragedy by Ashley H. Thorndike

Blank verse, borrowed from Italy and adopted in English Senecan plays, now became a new instrument, and its preëminent adaptability for tragic poetry henceforth long remained unquestioned.

From Tragedy by Ashley H. Thorndike

In spite of the medley of intrigue and carnage, there is introduced, after Senecan fashion, much philosophizing and introspection.

From Tragedy by Ashley H. Thorndike