Definition of Dickensian

1. Adjective. Of or like the novels of Charles Dickens (especially with regard to poor social and economic conditions).

Partainyms: Dickens
Derivative terms: Dickens

Definition of Dickensian

1. Adjective. Of or pertaining to Charles Dickens or, especially, his writings. ¹

2. Adjective. Reminiscent of the environments and situations most commonly portrayed in Dickens' writings, such as poverty and social injustice and other aspects of Victorian England. ¹

3. Noun. A reader or scholar of Charles Dickens. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

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