graphic novel

noun

Synonyms of graphic novelnext
: a story that is presented in comic-strip format and published as a book

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The story — told in the colorful, emotional graphic novel that will be published by Z2 — follows three artists on the Seattle scene, tracking their triumphs and tragedies as they are guided by an oracle, the Queen of the Seasons, who narrates the story. Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 19 Mar. 2026 This reading and writing system distinguishes Gran’s approach to storytelling from the way a similar autobiographical narrative could be conveyed in a novel, graphic novel, or film. Literary Hub, 13 Mar. 2026 Farewell to Seasons is a historical fantasy set in that world, and alongside the graphic novel, there will also be a ‘lost’ rock opera connected to the story, featuring original music written from the perspective of David Williams, one of the main characters. Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 12 Mar. 2026 Mother Nature has still not seen the light of day — though Curtis did make a graphic novel out of it; more on that later — but Curtis has made good on that creative reawakening. David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 11 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for graphic novel

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First Known Use

1964, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of graphic novel was in 1964

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“Graphic novel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/graphic%20novel. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.

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graphic novel

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

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