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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Mr. Darcy is a character from Jane Austen's novel "Pride and Prejudice." He is a wealthy, proud, and initially aloof gentleman who eventually falls in love with the protagonist, Elizabeth Bennet.
The novel written by Jane Austen that explores themes of social class, marriage, and personal growth through the story of Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet.
Social Class: A system of hierarchical divisions based on wealth, occupation, or birth that plays a significant role in "Pride and Prejudice" as it affects the relationships between characters.