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    D'auguste (en. August)

    /doɡyst/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to a person or thing of great seriousness or dignity.
    The august speech by the president inspired the nation.
    Le discours d'auguste du président a inspiré la nation.
    Used to designate a character recognized in history or culture.
    This painting represents an august man of letters.
    Ce tableau représente un d'auguste homme de lettres.
    Describes a work of major or historical importance.
    This book is of august importance in French literature.
    Ce livre est d'auguste importance dans la littérature française.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'augustus', meaning 'venerable, majestic'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    of august personality
    An influential and respected personality.
    d'auguste personnalité
    work of august
    A work recognized for its importance and quality.
    œuvre d'auguste
    august moment
    A memorable or significant moment in history.
    moment d'auguste

    Related Words

    august
    An adjective meaning worthy of respect, venerable.
    auguste
    augustinian
    Relates to Saint Augustine, often used in a religious context.
    augustin
    augustinianism
    Doctrine or philosophy inspired by Saint Augustine.
    augustinisme

    Slang Meanings

    To mock someone by calling them illustrious for no reason.
    He felt august when they joked about his new project.
    Il s'est senti d'auguste quand on a plaisanté sur son nouveau projet.
    Used to ironically qualify a boring situation.
    That meeting was august, I fell asleep.
    Cette réunion était d'auguste, je me suis endormi.