Junius

[ joon-yuhs ]

noun

1. the pen name of the unknown author of a series of letters published in a London newspaper (1769–72), attacking the British king and his ministers' abuse of royal prerogative in denying John Wilkes his seat in Parliament.
2. Franciscus, 1589–1677, English philologist, born in Germany.

Junius

/ ˈdʒuːnjəs /

noun

1. Junius18th century18th centuryMEnglishPOLITICS: political writer pen name of the anonymous author of a series of letters (1769–72) attacking the ministries of George III of England: now generally believed to have been written by Sir Philip Francis

Example Sentences

They might have replied with Junius: "It was not Virginia that wanted a governor, but a court favorite that wanted a salary."

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The sarcophagus of Junius Bassus exhibits a bas relief of Job comforted by his friends.

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The circumstances in which the appointment was made are noticed by Junius (August 22, 1770).

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The confusion in this direction is well illustrated by the name of the famous Marcus Junius Brutus.

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I was treated to an open letter, signed "Junius Secundus," and I replied in provocative terms.

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