Picaresque
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What Does Picaresque Mean?
- 流浪汉的
- 皮卡雷斯克的
Picaresque Pronunciation
/ˌpɪkəˈrɛsk/
Picaresque Definition
adjective
Definition
relating to or denoting a type of fiction dealing with the adventures of a rough and dishonest but appealing hero, particularly in a realistic manner.
In ZH
与一种虚构类型相关或表示，该类型涉及一个粗俗且不诚实但吸引人的英雄的冒险，尤其以现实主义的方式。
How to Use Picaresque in a Sentence
- The novel is a classic picaresque tale of a young man's adventures.
- In a picaresque story, the protagonist often finds himself in trouble but tends to charm his way out.
- Many picaresque novels satirize the social norms of their times.
- The picaresque genre allows for a critique of society through humor and mischief.
- Don Quixote is sometimes considered the first picaresque novel.
Cultural Notes
The picaresque genre originated in 16th-century Spain and often reflects the social and political issues of the time.