Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bookish
Adjective
/ˈbʊkɪʃ/
Definition
Related to or characteristic of books and reading.
Examples
- She was very bookish, often losing herself in novels for hours.
- His bookish nature made him more comfortable in libraries than in social gatherings.
- Despite his bookish demeanor, he was quite knowledgeable about the world.
Meaning
Having or showing a strong interest in studying and reading rather than in practical or social activities.
Synonyms
- Literary
- Studious
- Intellectual
- Ingrained in books
- Academic
