charactonym

[kar-ak-tuh-nim]

charactonym Definition

a name given to a fictional character that is descriptive of a quality or trait possessed by that character.

Using charactonym: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "charactonym" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Examples of charactonyms include 'Ebenezer Scrooge' from Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol and 'Holly Golightly' from Truman Capote's Breakfast at Tiffany's.

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Summary: charactonym in Brief

A 'charactonym' [kar-ak-tuh-nim] is a name given to a fictional character that describes a quality or trait possessed by that character. Examples include 'Ebenezer Scrooge' and 'Holly Golightly.'