Definition

Referring to works or content that are not related to literature, such as practical or factual writing.

Example

The report was nonliterary, focusing on data and analysis rather than storytelling.

Conversation

Have you read any nonliterary works lately?

Yeah, I just finished a really interesting article about climate change.

That sounds cool! I usually prefer fiction over nonliterary stuff.

I get that, but sometimes the real-world topics can be just as engaging.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonliterary → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "literary" (from Latin "literarius", meaning relating to letters or literature). The word "nonliterary" means not relating to literature or letters.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'literary' relating to letters or literature — so nonliterary refers to things that are not about literature.

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