caroline bingley

language: zh

definitions

  1. A fictional character in Jane Austen's 1813 novel Pride and Prejudice, characterized by her ambition, social climbing, and rivalry with Elizabeth Bennet.
    zh: 奥斯汀小说人物
  2. A literary archetype or metaphorical reference to a vain, socially ambitious woman who employs manipulation and superficial charm to advance her marital prospects.
    zh: 势利虚荣女性

examples

  1. Caroline Bingley constantly flattered Mr. Darcy in hopes of securing his attention.

    卡罗琳·宾利为吸引达西注意而不断奉承他。

  2. In modern satire, she is often described as a real-life Caroline Bingley due to her relentless pursuit of high society connections.

    现代讽刺中她因攀附权贵被比作现实版卡罗琳·宾利。