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Novelistic - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

novelistic

/ˌnɑvəˈlɪstɪk/ /ˌnɒvəˈlɪstɪk/

Definition:

Relating to or characteristic of novels, especially in style or structure.

Synonyms:

fictional, narrative, literary, storylike

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

nonfictional, factual

Common Collocations:

novelistic style, novelistic approach, novelistic technique

Derivatives:

novelist, novelize

Usage Tips:

Use "novelistic" to describe writing that resembles a novel in detail or storytelling style.

Common Phrases:

novelistic flair, novelistic quality, novelistic touch

Etymology:

Derived from "novel," from Italian "novella," meaning a new story or tale.

Examples:

  • 1. Her writing has a rich, novelistic quality that draws readers in.
  • 2. The film’s plot was praised for its novelistic depth and complexity.
  • 3. He adopted a novelistic approach to his historical research.
  • 4. The memoir blurred the line between fact and novelistic imagination.

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