charlotte bronte
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Definition
Proper noun * Charlotte Brontë: An English novelist of the 19th century, best known for her novel Jane Eyre. She was the eldest of the three literary Brontë sisters.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Charlotte Brontë published her most famous work, Jane Eyre, under the pen name Currer Bell.
- The novels of Charlotte Brontë are studied for their exploration of social class, morality, and individual passion.
- A biography details the life and works of Charlotte Brontë and her sisters.
Advanced Usage
- The Brontë Sisters: Charlotte Brontë is most frequently discussed in the collective context of her literary family.
- The Brontë sisters—Charlotte, Emily, and Anne—are central figures in English literature.
- Brontëan (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the works of the Brontë sisters, especially their themes of Gothic romance, wild natural settings, and strong-willed protagonists.
- The novel's moody atmosphere and passionate heroine have a distinctly Brontëan quality.
Variants and Related Words
- Brontë, Charlotte: A common variant for the full name.
- Currer Bell: The masculine pseudonym used by Charlotte Brontë when she first published and other works.
Synonyms
- Author of Jane Eyre: A descriptive synonym referencing her most famous novel.
- The eldest Brontë sister: A contextual synonym emphasizing her familial position.
Related Phrases and Contexts
- Victorian novelist: Charlotte Brontë is a key author of the Victorian literary era.
- Jane Eyre: Her seminal novel, often used as a reference point for her literary significance.
- Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre revolutionized the portrayal of the female protagonist.
Noun
- English novelist; oldest of three Bronte sisters (1816-1855)