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dorian gray

Story by Oscar Wilde about a beautiful young man whose face doesn't change for years because all his sins are registered on his portrait kept hidden away, until he tries to destroy it and turns into the horror in the painting.

He's a Narcissist like Dorian Gray.

by Cecilia Q. June 21, 2004

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Dorian Gray

As in Oscar Wilde's novel, "The Picture of Dorian Gray". In reference to a tragic, troubled and enigmatic person.

Read the novel to find out more.

He is my Dorian Gray - always chasing the dragon.

by Cecilia Q. June 21, 2004

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Dorian Gray

The protagonist in Oscar Wilde's novel "The Picture of Dorian Gray". Dorian Gray is a very vain man, and his name is synonymous to vanity itself.

Guy 1: You're the first guy I saw putting loose powder on your face
Guy 2: Who wants an oily face man?
Guy 1: You're so Dorian Gray!

by Its.L.Lawliet December 8, 2010

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Dorian Gray syndrome

Societal phenomenon characterised by not wanting to grow old. Named after Oscar Wilde's famous gothic horror novel "The Picture of Dorian Gray". Many celebrities also try to look younger, though this isn't necessarily psychological as looking nice is sometimes part of their job. Has 4 main components
-Narcissistic character traits
-Lack of the ability to emotionally mature
-Dysmorphophobia, which means excessive concern about conceived flaws in one's body
-And as a result of the former 3, a "Medical Lifestyle" such as hair transplants, botox, erectile dysfunction drugs, etc.

That guy is so obsessed with staying young, I think he has Dorian Gray syndrome.

by SuperShepherd52 February 7, 2013