Johnsonian
Pronunciation: /d͡ʒɒnˈsəʊnɪ.ən/
The English word “Johnsonian” has 5 meanings listed here.
adjective
- Of or pertaining to the English writer and lexicographer Samuel Johnson (1709–1784), or characteristic of his style.
- Of or pertaining to Lyndon B. Johnson (1908–1973), American politician and president of the United States from 1963 to 1969.
- Of or pertaining to Boris Johnson (born 1964), English politician and prime minister of the United Kingdom from 2019 to 2022.
noun
- An enthusiast of the works of Samuel Johnson.
- A supporter of Boris Johnson.
Etymology
From Johnson + -ian.
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