Literature

Pronunciation: /ˈlɪtərətʃər/

Literature (noun)

  1. written works like novels, poems, and plays that people read for enjoyment or study.
  2. written works studied in schools and universities, often focusing on their style and meaning.
  3. printed materials like brochures or leaflets that provide information about a subject.

Examples

  • She enjoys reading classic literature in her free time.
  • Children's literature often includes fairy tales and fables.

Common collocations: classic literature, children's literature, modern literature, research literature, scientific literature

Synonyms of Literature

Formal

Neutral

Informal