Frankenstein

Pronunciation: /fræŋkənˌstaɪn/

Definitions of Frankenstein

noun the name of the main character in the novel

Example Sentences

A1 Frankenstein is a famous novel written by Mary Shelley.

A2 In the story of Frankenstein, a scientist creates a monster.

B1 The character of Frankenstein's monster is often misunderstood.

B2 The novel Frankenstein explores themes of ambition and responsibility.

C1 Many adaptations of Frankenstein have been made into movies and TV shows.

C2 Scholars often debate the symbolism in Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.

Examples of Frankenstein in a Sentence

formal The novel 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley is considered a classic of gothic literature.

informal Have you seen that old movie about Frankenstein and his monster?

slang I heard that new horror flick is a real Frankenstein of a movie.

figurative The project turned into a Frankenstein of different ideas, each one stitched together haphazardly.

Grammatical Forms of Frankenstein

• past tense: Frankensteined
• plural: Frankensteins
• comparative: more Frankenstein
• superlative: most Frankenstein
• present tense: Frankensteins
• future tense: will Frankenstein
• perfect tense: have Frankensteined
• continuous tense: is Frankensteining
• singular: Frankenstein
• positive degree: Frankenstein
• infinitive: to Frankenstein
• gerund: Frankensteining
• participle: Frankensteined

Origin and Evolution of Frankenstein

First Known Use: 1818 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'Frankenstein' originates from the novel 'Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus' written by Mary Shelley.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the fictional character created by Victor Frankenstein, the word 'Frankenstein' has evolved to also represent the creator or any monstrous creation itself.