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Austenian

adj · noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • UK: /ɔːsˈtiːnɪ.ən/
  • US: /ɔsˈtɛni.ən/
  • US: /ɔsˈtɪni.ən/
  • US: /ɔsˈtini.ən/
  • rhymes with -iːniən

1

adj

Meaning 1

Of, relating to, or reminiscent of Jane Austen (1775–1817), English novelist noted for realism and biting social commentary.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: Austenesque, Austenish, Jane Austen-esque, Jane Austenian, Jane Austenish, Miss Austenish

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A fan or admirer of Jane Austen; someone who studies the works of Jane Austen.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From Austen + -ian.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: austénien — of or relating to Jane Austen