graphic novel

noun

: a story that is presented in comic-strip format and published as a book

Examples of graphic novel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The series currently encompasses nine sub-series arcs, standalone novels, novellas, English-language manga and graphic novels. — Mya Copeland, Variety, 6 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

The co-authors will discuss collaborating on their graphic novel Punk Like Me, zine making in the 90s, and teach library patrons how to make their own zines. — Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Along the narrow hallway, bookshelves burst with first editions of John Updike, battered Stephen Kings, graphic novels, dime-store paperbacks, board games, books about mythology, children’s fairy tales, and Warhammer rule sets. — Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 29 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1964, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for graphic novel

• grovel

Kids Definition

graphic novel

noun

: a work of fiction or non-fiction that is presented in comic-strip format and published as a book