Websterian

[ web-steer-ee-uhn ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

pertaining to or characteristic of Daniel Webster, his political theories, or his oratory.
pertaining to or characteristic of Noah Webster or his dictionary.

An Americanism dating back to 1855–60; Webster + -ian

Smith was an old-fashioned attorney of the Websterian sort, dignified, ponderous, and impressive.

Look at his winning smile, his Websterian brow, his eagle eye that saw Rockhaven afar!

I say it in all sincerity; he is a great and good man, a Websterian innkeeper, for he thoroughly understands the constitution.

His writings are forceful, eloquent, and lucid in style, with a Websterian massiveness that does not detract from their charm.

In Mr. Paine's physiognomy the most noticeable features are the broad, massive, Websterian forehead, and the sparkling eyes.

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