novel (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈnɒvəl/
Definition
A long fictional prose narrative, typically representing character and action with some degree of realism.
Examples
He is writing his first novel.
The novel was adapted into a popular film.
She prefers reading short stories to a long novel.
How to Use novel
- novel by [author] (prepositional phrase)
- Specifies the author of the novel. — "This is a great novel by Jane Austen."
- novel about [topic] (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates the subject matter of the novel. — "The novel is about the life of a famous scientist."
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