Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

literary-scholar

Noun
/ˈlɪtərəri ˈskɒlər/
Definition
A literary scholar is an individual who studies and analyzes literature, exploring its themes, styles, and cultural significance.
Examples
  • As a literary scholar, she published numerous papers on 19th-century poetry.
  • The conference featured many esteemed literary scholars discussing modernist literature.
  • His work as a literary scholar has greatly influenced contemporary literary theory.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who specializes in the academic study of literary texts, often conducting research and contributing to the field of literary criticism.
Synonyms
  • Literary critic
  • Literary theorist
  • Literature expert