literary

lit-er-ar-y · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Concerning the writing, study, or content of literature.

  2. 2.

    (of language) Associated with literary works or other formal writing; having a marked style intended to create a particular emotional effect.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    literary agent — A person who represents authors in dealings with publishers.
  • •
    literary criticism — The analysis and interpretation of literature.

Related words

See also: artistic, literature, writing
Synonyms: bookish, scholarly, written

Etymology

From Latin litterarius ("pertaining to letters or learning"), from littera ("letter").