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Vocabulary Entry
dreiser
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A surname of German origin, notably associated with the American author Theodore Dreiser.
Example Sentences
"The literature class discussed the works of Dreiser and his impact on American realism."
"Many students find Dreiser's themes of social darwinism compelling."
"She handed in a paper on the life and works of Dreiser."
V
verb
To dreiser (a rare term) means to write in a style similar to Theodore Dreiser, characterized by realism and a focus on social issues.
Example Sentences
"The author aimed to dreiser her novel, drawing inspiration from the struggles of the early 20th century."
"He decided to dreiser his next short story, addressing contemporary social injustices."
"The editor encouraged the writers to dreiser their essays to convey a more realistic perspective."
A
adjective
Relating to or characteristic of Theodore Dreiser; often marked by a focus on social realism.
Example Sentences
"Her dreiser style depicted the harsh realities of urban life."
"The dreiser themes in the story highlighted the struggles of the working class."
"Critics have praised the dreiser approach to character development in the new novel."