Nonliterary: meaning, definitions and examples
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nonliterary
[ nɒnˈlɪt(ə)ri ]
written work
Nonliterary refers to forms of communication or writing that do not possess the artistic qualities typically associated with literature, such as imaginative storytelling or poetic expression. This term applies to various types of informational texts, including journalism, academic writing, and technical documents. While nonliterary works may convey facts or information, they often lack the depth and aesthetic features found in literary works. As such, they serve a different purpose, focusing more on clarity and factual accuracy rather than emotional or artistic appeal.
Synonyms
factual, informative, pragmatic, technical.
Examples of usage
- The article provided a nonliterary account of the event.
- His nonliterary writings include reports and essays.
- Nonliterary genres dominate the educational curriculum.
- She prefers nonliterary texts for research purposes.
Translations
Translations of the word "nonliterary" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não literário
🇮🇳 गैर-साहित्यिक
🇩🇪 nicht literarisch
🇮🇩 non-literer
🇺🇦 некнижковий
🇵🇱 nieliteracki
🇯🇵 非文学的
🇫🇷 non littéraire
🇪🇸 no literario
🇹🇷 edebi olmayan
🇰🇷 비문학적인
🇸🇦 غير أدبي
🇨🇿 nebeletristický
🇸🇰 nebeletristický
🇨🇳 非文学的
🇸🇮 neliterarni
🇮🇸 ekki skáldskapur
🇰🇿 әдеби емес
🇬🇪 არ ლიტერატურული
🇦🇿 ədəbi olmayan
🇲🇽 no literario
Etymology
The term 'nonliterary' is formed by the prefix 'non-', indicating absence or negation, and 'literary', which is related to literature or the art of writing. Its origins trace back to the Latin word 'literarius', meaning 'of letters', which itself is derived from 'litera', meaning 'letter'. The prefix 'non-' has Latin roots as well, signifying negation. The concept emerged as a distinction in the 19th century when different genres of written works began to be formally categorized. As literature evolved, especially with the rise of journalism and other fact-based writing styles, the need for a term that distinguishes artistic literature from straightforward, functional text became apparent. This separation emphasized the characteristics of style, intent, and audience in writing.