Dreiser

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Theodore Dreiser, an American novelist: "Dreiser" refers specifically to the 20th-century American author Theodore Dreiser, known for his realistic and often grim portrayals of American life and society.
Examples of Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • The novel "Sister Carrie" is Dreiser's most famous work.
    • Literary critics often study Dreiser's influence on American naturalism.
    • A biography of Dreiser details his difficult early career.
Advanced Usage
  • "Dreiserian" (adjective): Characteristic of or resembling the style or themes of Theodore Dreiser's writing, often implying a stark, deterministic, and detailed realism.
    • The film's dreiserian depiction of urban poverty was powerful and unflinching.
Variants and Related Words
  • Dreiserian (adj): Pertaining to the literary style or thematic concerns of Theodore Dreiser.
Synonyms
  • Theodore Dreiser: The full name of the author.
  • American novelist: A general descriptor for his profession and nationality.
Notes on Usage
  • "Dreiser" is used almost exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the person, Theodore Dreiser.
  • When discussing his body of work or literary influence, the term is often used attributively (e.g., , ).
  • The adjective form "Dreiserian" is used in literary criticism and analysis.
Noun
  1. United States novelist (1871-1945)

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