english word · 2026-05-22
Epistolary
adjective
Meaning
Relating to the writing of letters or a literary work composed through a series of documents, such as letters, diary entries, or newspaper clippings.
Etymology
From the Latin 'epistolaris', related to 'epistola' meaning a letter or message.
Examples
"The novel is written in an epistolary format, revealing the protagonist's inner thoughts through her private correspondence."
"Modern writers often experiment with the epistolary style by incorporating emails and text messages into their narratives."
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