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Vocabulary Entry
hawthorne
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
A surname of English origin, often associated with the American author Nathaniel Hawthorne.
Example Sentences
"Nathaniel Hawthorne is known for his classic novels like 'The Scarlet Letter'."
"Hawthorne's literary works often explore themes of sin and morality."
"Many schools study Hawthorne's writings in American literature classes."
A
adjective
Related to or characteristic of the works or style of Nathaniel Hawthorne.
Example Sentences
"The novel has a distinctly Hawthornean quality, steeped in moral complexity."
"She prefers Hawthornean themes in her reading selections."
"His writing exhibits a Hawthorne-like depth of character."