What is another word for Francois-marie Arouet?
Pronunciation: [fɹˈanswɑːmɐɹˈiː ɐɹˈa͡ʊɪt] (IPA) 
Francois-marie Arouet, known by his pen name Voltaire, was an 18th century French Enlightenment writer and philosopher. He is often associated with his wit, satire, and concern for human rights and civil liberties. Some synonyms for Voltaire may include "pundit," "savant," "intellectual," or "enlightenment thinker." His beliefs in freedom of expression and individual freedom are still relevant today and his works, such as "Candide" and "Letters Concerning the English Nation," continue to be read and studied. Voltaire's legacy is one of advocacy for reason and rationality in the face of ignorance and oppression.
