thespian

see definition of thespian

nounactor, actress

Synonyms for thespian

noun actor, actress

actors

noun. person who performs, entertains by role-playing

histrionic

adjective. overly dramatic

mimic

noun. person who imitates

performer

noun. entertainer

Word Origin & History

1670s, "of or pertaining to tragedy or dramatic acting," from Greek Thespis, poet of 6c. B.C.E., the traditional father of Greek tragedy. The names is literally "inspired by the gods."

Example Sentences for thespian

And every one at the Thespian would be tactful and considerate.

After this achievement he advanced from the seaboard and encamped in Leuctra on Thespian territory.

"To show that he's 'got the bird,'" replied the brilliant Thespian.

The Thespian interludes had been acted on a wooden scaffolding.

It was that of our heroine of the Thespian corps, Jim Smith.

When an excited Thespian took off his hat, it smoked like a dish of potatoes.

But according to The Thespian Dictionary her first appearance on the stage was in 1786.

Yet, my intense devotion to the art of the Thespian holds me captive.

The Thespian is a good sort of place, and lots of ladies dine there.

We will dine together at the Thespian;—and then I will have a box at the Haymarket.

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Synonyms for thespian

More words related to thespian

actor

actors

dramatic

histrionic

mimic

performer