Gabriel Conroy is a fictional character from the short story "The Dead," written by Irish author James Joyce. He is portrayed as a well-educated and somewhat self-conscious man who struggles with his identity and relationships. The story is set during a Christmas gathering in Dublin, where Gabriel interacts with family and friends, revealing his complex personality. Throughout the narrative, Gabriel grapples with feelings of inadequacy and alienation, particularly in his marriage to Gretta Conroy. His character serves as a vehicle for exploring themes of love, memory, and the passage of time, culminating in a profound moment of self-reflection at the story's conclusion.