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.

Dorian Gray syndrome by SuperShepherd52 February 7, 2013

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.

dorian gray by Cecilia Q. June 20, 2004

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.

Dorian Gray by Cecilia Q. June 20, 2004

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!

Dorian Gray by Its.L.Lawliet December 9, 2010

The Picture of Dorian Gray 

This book is a great cautionary tale for all my friends who want emo boyfriends. With all the murderers, it'll be a miracle if not one person thinks “I can fix him.” You know, if you're into that sort of thing. Did you see how his last relationship ended? Stay safe out there, ladies.

I have to say that there was not a lot of good representation in this book. If I wanted to see white men fuck everything up I'd turn on the news. And how can Basil describe Dorian as his “artist muse” and they didn’t kiss once?! Queerbait much, Oscar Wilde?

All I can say is, if Oscar Wilde claims that Dorian Gray really is hot, we can only assume Dorian had a different haircut than Oscar. If Dorian is as useless as he seems, the least he can do is look good while doing it.

Great book if you are the “queer teenager” demographic, and not the “old man who was made to read it in grade school” demographic. Either way you're picking up on the gay subtext.

Person 1: "Are you reading The Picture of Dorian Gray?"
Person 2: "No. Im reading The Picture of Dorian Gay."

The Picture of Dorian Gray by Gardenfeather February 21, 2025