Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
epistolatory
adjective
/ɪˈpɪs.təˌlæt.ər.i/
Definition
relating to the writing of letters or literary works in the form of letters.
Examples
- The novelist employed an epistolatory style, narrating the story through letters exchanged between characters.
- Her epistolatory exchanges with friends during her travels painted a vivid picture of her adventures.
- Many classic works, such as “Pamela” by Samuel Richardson, are epistolatory novels.
Meaning
The term describes anything that is connected to letters or the practice of writing letters.
Synonyms
- letter-based
- correspondent
- missive
