Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

literary

Adjective

/ˈlɪtərɛri/

Definition

Relating to literature or the writing of literature.

Examples

The professor gave a lecture on literary techniques used by 19th-century authors.
She has a profound passion for literary criticism and often writes reviews of contemporary novels.
Many literary awards celebrate outstanding contributions to fiction and poetry.

Meaning

The term ‘literary’ pertains to anything connected to the written word, especially in the context of creating or studying works of fiction, poetry, and drama.