Edwardean

/ɛdˈwɔːdiən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the Edwardian era, particularly the reign of King Edward VII of Britain, or to Jonathan Edwards and his theological ideas.

Etymology

From 'Edward' (the name) plus the suffix '-ean.' It can refer to the period 1901-1910 or to followers of theologian Jonathan Edwards.

Kelly Says

The Edwardean era saw Britain at its most powerful, but within a decade, World War I would change everything forever.

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