thespian Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a theatrical performer
    player; role player; histrion; actor.
  2. adjective of or relating to drama
    • the movie director had thespian cooperation

WordNet

Thes"pi*an adjective
Etymology
From L. Thespis, Gr. , the founder of the Greek drama.
Definitions
  1. Of or pertaining to Thespis; hence, relating to the drama; dramatic; as, the Thespian art. -- n. An actor.

Webster 1913