bradley

bradley — noun

1. Francis Herbert Bradley (1846–1924), an English philosopher who was a leading fi

1.名詞C1
釋義

Francis Herbert Bradley (1846–1924), an English philosopher who was a leading figure in the British idealist movement and wrote works such as 'Appearance and Reality'.

例句

Eri read a passage from Francis Herbert Bradley's 'Appearance and Reality' for her philosophy seminar.

possessive: Bradley's + title in an academic context

The professor explained that Francis Herbert Bradley rejected the idea of a world made of separate things.

full name + verb (rejected) for presenting a philosophical position

文法句型

Bradley + verb (argued / rejected / believed)

possessive: Bradley's + theory / philosophy / work

title + full name: F. H. Bradley / Francis Herbert Bradley

用法筆記

When writing or speaking about this philosopher, use either the full name 'Francis Herbert Bradley' in formal contexts or the abbreviated form 'F. H. Bradley' in academic references. The surname alone ('Bradley') is usually sufficient once the context is clear.

2. Omar Nelson Bradley (1893–1981), a senior American army commander during World W

2.名詞B2
釋義

Omar Nelson Bradley (1893–1981), a senior American army commander during World War II who led the 12th Army Group in Europe and later served as the first Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

例句

General Omar Bradley commanded more than a million soldiers during the Allied advance across France.

title (General) + full name in a military-history context

At the museum, visitors can see photos of Omar Bradley with other Allied military leaders.

name + with + role description for a historical figure

文法句型

General + surname: General Bradley

full name + role: Omar Bradley + commander / general

possessive: Bradley's + army / command / strategy

under + possessive: under Bradley's command

用法筆記

In historical writing, this general is most commonly referred to as 'General Omar Bradley' (with rank) or simply 'Omar Bradley'. The rank title 'General' is almost always included on first mention in a text. Avoid using the surname alone ('Bradley') without context, as it may cause confusion with the English philosopher of the same surname.