Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
algernon
noun
ˈæl.dʒər.nən
Definition
A name often used in literature, particularly associated with intelligence and transformation.
Examples
- In the play ‘Flowers for Algernon,’ the character Algernon represents the pursuit of knowledge and its consequences.
- Algernon, as a name, is often used to symbolize intellectual growth in literature.
Meaning
Algernon is a proper noun, typically a male name, and is most famously known as a character in literary works that explore themes of intelligence and societal expectations.
Synonyms
- None directly; it is a proper noun.
