novel
definition
a long work of fiction describing connected characters and events
example
I read a fascinating novel about a young girl who goes on an adventure.
synonyms
work of fiction
word origin — from Latin 'novus' meaning 'new'
Set 27 · Study 1 / 5
Exita long work of fiction describing connected characters and events
I read a fascinating novel about a young girl who goes on an adventure.
Set 27 of Advanced Plus covers 5 words: novel, predecessor, obsolete, devise, egregious. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
a long work of fiction describing connected characters and events
I read a fascinating novel about a young girl who goes on an adventure.
a person or thing that precedes another in time, history, or position
The new manager worked hard to improve the projects left by his predecessor.
no longer used or produced because something newer has replaced it
Many old phones have become obsolete as new models with better features are released.
to plan or invent something through careful thought
The teacher will devise a new way to help students learn math better.
extraordinarily bad or shocking
The team's egregious mistakes cost them the game.