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 ICv2 Insider Talks will kick off with the Comic Industry Social Hour and registration, followed by two hours of programming, including the ICv2 White Paper and panelists from across the comics and graphic novel business. — Jennifer Maas, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026

Bourdain and Rose’s first graphic novel in the franchise was published in 2012. — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026

Based on a European graphic novel, City of Blood follows a pair of estranged sisters, Bea and Phoebe. — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026

There are large sections for young readers, especially those who favor manga (Japanese comics and graphic novels). — Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 26 Aug. 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