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Swiftian

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

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adj

Meaning 1

Of or pertaining to Jonathan Swift (1667–1745), Anglo-Irish satirist and essayist, or his works.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: literature, media, publishing

Examples

  • Swiftian satire

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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adj

Meaning 2

Of or pertaining to Taylor Swift (1989–), American singer-songwriter, or her musical and lyrical style.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music

Examples

  • Swiftian chorus

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From Swift + -ian.