nonliterary

adjective

ˌnän-ˈli-tə-ˌrer-ē How to pronounce nonliterary (audio)
Definition of nonliterarynext
as in colloquial
used in or suitable for speech and not formal writing slang words are usually considered nonliterary

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  1. colloquial
  2. vernacular
  3. informal
Adjective
  • The oceanic pole of inaccessibility goes by a more colloquial name: Point Nemo.
    Cullen Murphy, The Atlantic, 11 Oct. 2024
  • The term shart is a colloquial reference for a wet fart, or when watery stool accidentally slips out while passing gas.
    Cristina Mutchler, Health, 6 Oct. 2024
Definition of colloquial
Adjective
  • In this multipurpose structure, scraps are stacked with mortar composed of cactus sap, husk, and lime, regulating the temperature of the interior, a testament to the enduring relevance of such vernacular building methods.
    Kristen de La Vallière, Architectural Digest, 25 Nov. 2024
  • Her Millie is imperfect, damaged and human, not to mention quite adroit at code switching with her accent and vernacular.
    Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of vernacular
Adjective
  • Hint #5: The correct answer can describe an informal language.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Teams can use collaboration tools for project updates, informal calls/messages for casual check-ins and video town halls for company-wide updates.
    Jonathan H. Westover, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Definition of informal
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Thesaurus Entries Near nonliterary

nonliteral

nonliterary

nonliterate

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“Nonliterary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonliterary. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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