Question

What did Johnson based his dictionary on?

Answer 1

Johnson's dictionary was created at a time when etymology was mostly based on guesswork.

Samuel Johnson's A Dictionary of the English Language, also known as Johnson's Dictionary, was published on April 15, 1755. It is one of the most influential dictionaries in English language history.

However, Johnson's dictionary is most notable for stimulating lexicography, elevating the dictionary's status and interest as a literary and cultural artifact, and spawning new dictionary genres. Johnson was the first English lexicographer to use citations in this manner, which greatly influenced the style of subsequent dictionaries. He had combed through books dating back to the 16th century, frequently quoting from what were thought to be "great works," such as Milton's poemas or Shakespeare's plays.

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