Literatus
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /lɪtəˈɹɑːtəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Literatus is a noun meaning (chiefly in the plural) A learned person; especially one acquainted with literature.
Meaning
(chiefly in the plural) A learned person; especially one acquainted with literature.
Example Sentences
Now, we are to consider that our bright ideal of a literatus may chance to be married,—in fact, Mr. [Samuel Taylor] Coleridge agrees to allow him a wife.
Word Forms
- literati
Synonyms for literatus
Depending on context, synonyms include literato.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include philomath, bibliomane, philologaster, hyperlect, legilium, lexiconophilist.
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