Definition

In a way that relates to or references other texts, showing how they influence or connect with each other.

Example

The novel was written intertextually, drawing on themes from classic literature.

Conversation

I read a book that references a lot of classic literature.

Oh really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, it connects the stories intertextually in a unique way.

I love when authors do that; it adds so much depth to the reading experience.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intertextually → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "textus" (meaning woven or text). The word refers to the relationship between texts and how they reference or relate to one another across different contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of texts that are 'woven' ('textus') 'between' ('inter-') each other, which helps you remember that intertextually refers to how different texts connect.

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