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Definition of Montaignesque in US English:
Montaignesque
adjective
Of or relating to Montaigne; having the characteristics of Montaigne's writings, especially in being sceptical or questioning in tone and essayistic in style.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in The Quarterly Review. From the name of Michel de Montaigne, French philosopher and essayist + -esque. Compare French montaignesque.
