Rabelaisian

adjective

Ra·​be·​lai·​sian ˌra-bə-ˈlā-zhən 

-zē-ən

1

: of, relating to, or characteristic of Rabelais or his works

2

: marked by gross robust humor, extravagance of caricature, or bold naturalism

Examples of Rabelaisian in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Reviews were again positive, though some critics took issue with the book’s truthfulness, not to mention its Rabelaisian celebration of alcohol. — Literary Hub, 28 Apr. 2026

But the Rabelaisian playwright and novelist developed a deep interest in French literature, nourished by a transformative period spent living in post-war Paris. — Literary Hub, 2 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1817, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for Rabelaisian

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