titular
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“Ghost Elephants” is a Werner Herzog film so, unsurprisingly, the titular characters play second fiddle to a man on an arduous quest, with fascinating digressions along the way.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026
Brendon played Xander Harris in Buffy the Vampire Slayer over seven seasons between 1997 and 2003 - best friend of the titular character played by Sarah Michelle Gellar.
From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026
It seems as though I’m entirely unsure of who is sparking the titular reminders of this saccharine, ridiculous, and oh-so-delightful melodrama.
From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026
The show’s finale reveals, in true telenovela style, that the titular friend is less a millionaire than a price-conscious shopper.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
Oceania has no capital, and its titular head is a person whose whereabouts nobody knows.
From "1984" by George Orwell
![]()
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.