Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ɔːˈtɔːrɪəl/
KK: /ɔːˈtɔːrɪəl/
Definition
This word describes something that is connected to or characteristic of an author.
Example
The auctorial voice in the novel gives it a unique perspective.
Conversation

I just finished reading a book that had a really strong auctorial voice.

Oh, nice! I love when the author's style really shines through.

Yeah, it made the story more engaging and personal.

Definitely! A good auctorial touch can really bring characters to life.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
authorial
creative
literary
Antonyms
unrelated
nonauthorial
impersonal
Root Explanation
Auctorial → It is formed from "auctor" (from Latin, meaning author or originator) and the suffix "-ial" (meaning relating to). The word "auctorial" refers to something that is related to or characteristic of an author.
Memory Tip
Think of 'author' ('auctor') to remember that 'auctorial' means relating to an author.
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