Meaning & use
literary
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Relating to literature, or having the refined, artistic qualities associated with well-written books.
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The novel received wide literary acclaim for its innovative structure.
She has a literary background, having studied classic fiction in graduate school.
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Used both to describe subjects connected to literature and to praise writing that shows artistic skill.
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