graphic novel

noun

: a story that is presented in comic-strip format and published as a book

Examples of graphic novel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Screenplay comes from Eric Roth — who also scripted Forrest Gump — and Zemeckis, based on the graphic novel by Richard McGuire. Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2024 The 20 cards produced by Chase and Brooke drew inspiration from graphic novels, comic books and the '60s and '70s. Nasha Smith, Peoplemag, 22 Sep. 2024 On the heels of record-setting box office success with Deadpool & Wolverine and Longlegs, respectively, Emma Corrin and Maika Monroe have been tapped for the lead roles in 100 Nights of Hero, director Julia Jackman’s period fantasy based on the graphic novel from Isabel Greenberg. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2024 As part of its Hummingbird Effect Campaign, Daughters for Earth sends a graphic novel celebrating a woman working at the forefront of environmental stewardship to donors. Melissa Jun Rowley, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for graphic novel 

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Word History

First Known Use

1964, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of graphic novel was in 1964

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“Graphic novel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/graphic%20novel. Accessed 8 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

graphic novel

noun
: a work of fiction or non-fiction that is presented in comic-strip format and published as a book

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