Definition

Relating to or characteristic of novels, often describing a style or approach that is typical of narrative fiction.

Example

The author's novelistic style captivated readers with its rich detail and complex characters.

Conversation

Have you read that new book everyone's talking about?

Not yet, but I heard it's really novelistic in its approach.

Yeah, the way it develops characters is quite impressive.

I can't wait to dive into it and see if it lives up to the hype!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Novelistic → It is formed from "novel" (from Latin *novus*, meaning new) and "-istic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "novelistic" refers to something that is characteristic of or related to novels, which are new forms of narrative literature.

Memory Tip

Think of 'novel' meaning 'new' and '-istic' indicating a relation — so 'novelistic' describes something that relates to new forms of storytelling.

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