Shavian (Noun)
Meaning
An admirer of G. B. Shaw or his works.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- She was a devoted Shavian and attended every play written by George Bernard Shaw at the local theater.
- As a self-proclaimed Shavian, he believed that society needed radical changes to bring about equality and justice.
- His friends would often tease him about being a Shavian, but he took pride in sharing Shaw's views on politics and social reform.
- The critic was known for being a fierce Shavian and wrote extensively about the influence of Shaw's plays on modern theater.
- In the study group, the members referred to themselves as Shavians as they delved into the philosophical ideas presented in Shaw's works.