Associations to the word «Directoire»
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Wiktionary
DIRECTOIRE, noun. Alternative form of Directoire
DIRECTOIRE, proper noun. (historical) The ruling executive of revolutionary France, from 1795-1799, or the period governed by this body.
DIRECTOIRE, adjective. Pertaining to a style of dress common during this period, characterised by extravagant, Classically-inspired designs.
DIRECTOIRE, adjective. Pertaining to a style of furniture, decoration etc. prevalent during this period.
Wise words
Abuse of words has been the great instrument of sophistry
and chicanery, of party, faction, and division of society.