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Antiquity Quote by Ben Jonson

“Words borrowed of antiquity do lend a kind of majesty to style, and are not without their delight sometimes.” quote by Ben Jonson
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““Words borrowed of antiquity do lend a kind of majesty to style, and are not without their delight sometimes.””

Ben Jonson

About This Quote

Source Play: The Alchemist, 1610

Ancient words add grandeur to writing, offering occasional delight.

In simple terms: Old words make style majestic.

Key Takeaway

Use classical language sparingly for effect.

Themes

literature style historical reference

Mood

scholarly playful

Type

literary educational

When to use this quote

  • academic essays
  • creative writing
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

rhetoric poetics cultural all

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does archaic language enhance a text?
  • How to balance elegance and clarity?
A Different Perspective

Overuse can feel pretentious.

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