French Academy (Noun)
Meaning
An honorary group of French writers and thinkers supported by the French government; "the French Academy sets standards for the use of the French language".
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The French Academy, a prestigious group of 40 distinguished individuals, aims to protect and promote the French language and culture.
- In 1635, the French government officially recognized the French Academy as a state institution to promote and regulate the French language.
- As the supreme authority on the French language, the French Academy updates its dictionary regularly to reflect changes in usage and meaning.
- The French Academy was founded by Cardinal Richelieu in 1635 with the goal of preserving and developing the French language and culture.
- The members of the French Academy are chosen for their literary or intellectual achievements and hold their positions for life, advising the French government on language-related matters.