Word: Bestseller
Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A bestseller is a book that sells a lot of copies very quickly. It usually means that many people want to read this book, and it is often very popular.
Usage Instructions:
The word "bestseller" is used to describe books, but it can also refer to other products (like music albums) that sell very well.
When you want to talk about a book that everyone is reading or talking about, you can call it a bestseller.
Example:
Advanced Usage:
The term "bestselling author" refers to an author whose books frequently hit the bestseller lists.
You might see lists of bestsellers in newspapers or online, showing which books are currently the most popular.
Word Variants:
Bestselling (adjective): This describes something that is currently selling very well. For example, "She wrote a bestselling novel."
Bestseller list (noun): A list that shows which books are bestsellers at a particular time.
Different Meaning:
While "bestseller" primarily refers to books, it can sometimes be used for other products that sell very well, such as a music album or a film.
Synonyms:
Hit
Popular book
Top seller
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:
While there aren’t specific idioms or phrasal verbs that include "bestseller," you might hear phrases like: - "Flying off the shelves" - This means that a product is selling very quickly, similar to how a bestseller would sell.
Summary:
A "bestseller" is a very popular book that sells many copies quickly. You can use it to describe books, authors, and sometimes other popular products.