Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

literary-quotation

Noun
ˈlɪtəˌrɛri kwiˈteɪʃən
Definition
A phrase or passage taken from a book, poem, or other written work that is often cited as a reference or example of a particular style or argument.
Examples
  • “To be, or not to be, that is the question” is a famous literary quotation from Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
  • She used a literary quotation to support her argument about the importance of love in the human experience.
  • Many authors include literary quotations in their works to pay homage to great writers of the past.
Meaning
A literary quotation is a citation from a piece of literature, showcasing the author’s style, theme, or message.
Synonyms
  • citation
  • excerpt
  • reference