graphic novel

noun

Definition of graphic novelnext
as in comic book

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Recent Examples of graphic novel The graphic novel was published in 2026 and received starred reviews from Kirkus and School Library Journal. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026 The idea of soundtracking a graphic novel is an interesting one, and when enjoyed together, Cathedral can be an immersive experience. — David Harris, SPIN, 10 Aug. 2026 The graphic novel’s publisher is Storm King Comics, the imprint run by Carpenter’s wife and longtime collaborator, Sandy King. — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 9 Aug. 2026 In Robin Easter’s new graphic novel, monster-loving Jamie moves to a new town and tries to find her place in the school’s social ecosystem. — Literary Hub, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for graphic novel
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  1. comic book
  2. comic strip
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  • There are also scores of TV and movie actors, voice performers, comic book artists and writers, podcasters, pro wrestlers, top cosplayers and fan groups like the 501st Legion Golden Gate Garrison.
    — Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026
  • About those monsters Green mentioned, each can features a comic book-style class movie monster.
    — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of comic book
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  • Gal Gadot aside, the most prominent version of Wonder Woman etched in our collective cultural memory—the one from the classic comic strips and the TV series starring Lynda Carter—features her pointed tiara with a central red star.
    — Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The comic strip, featuring Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the gang, was first introduced to the world in 1950.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of comic strip

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“Graphic novel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/graphic%20novel. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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