Charles Dickens

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Definition

Proper noun: - Charles Dickens: An English novelist of the Victorian era, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the English language. His works are celebrated for their vivid characters, social criticism, and depiction of life in 19th-century England.

Usage
  • Charles Dickens is used as a proper noun to refer to the historical author himself.
  • It is also used metonymically to refer to his collective body of work or his distinctive literary style.
Examples
Advanced Usage
  • "Dickensian" (adj): Pertaining to or reminiscent of the novels of Charles Dickens, especially in terms of vivid characterization, social injustice, or harsh, squalid living conditions.
    • The orphanage was described in almost Dickensian terms.
Variants and Related Words
  • Dickens: A common shortened, informal reference to the author.
    • I'm reading a lot of Dickens this semester.
  • Dickensian (adjective): As defined in Advanced Usage.
Synonyms
  • The Inimitable Boz: A pen name used by Dickens early in his career.
  • Novelist, author, writer.
Related Phrases and Idioms
  • "What the dickens!": An exclamation of surprise or annoyance. (Note: This idiom predates Charles Dickens and refers to the word 'dickens' as a euphemism for 'devil'; it is not directly about the author but is a notable homophone.)
    • What the dickens is going on here?
Noun
  1. English writer whose novels depicted and criticized social injustice (1812-1870)

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