saloniste

Meanings

• noun

  A person who organizes and hosts intellectual gatherings or literary soirées, particularly in the 17th and 18th centuries in France.

  - "The saloniste, Madame de Rémusat, was known for her brilliant conversations and intellectual gatherings."
  - "Voltaire was a frequent guest at the salon of Madame Geoffrin."

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Variants

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Etymology

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From the French word 'salon' (a gathering place) and the suffix 'iste' (one who leads or conducts).

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Trivia

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1. The salonistes were often women, as they were not allowed to participate in the public intellectual sphere.

2. The salons were known for their elaborate decor and sumptuous feasts.

3. Voltaire's wit and humor were legendary, and he was known to have made some famous enemies at the salons.

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Related Concepts

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1. salon: A gathering place for intellectual and cultural exchange, especially in the 17th and 18th centuries in France.

2. Enlightenment: A philosophical movement in the late 17th and 18th centuries that emphasized reason and individualism, and rejected superstition and tradition.

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Culture

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The salonistes were influential figures in French society during the Age of Enlightenment. They fostered intellectual discussions, promoted new ideas, and played a significant role in shaping the cultural landscape of the time. Many famous writers, philosophers, and artists attended these gatherings.

How to Memorize "saloniste"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a grand room filled with intellectuals engaged in lively discussions and debates. Visualize Madame de Rémusat, the saloniste, presiding over the gathering.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'saloniste' with the image of a sophisticated and intellectual host or hostess, and with the idea of intellectual gatherings and cultural exchange.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Salon + iste = One who conducts a Salon'

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