Definition of Literature

written works (such as poems, plays, and novels) that are considered to be very good and have lasting value

Examples of Literature in a sentence

Filled with literature, the library contained award-winning books from every genre.  🔊

Most literature written before 1928 is considered public domain and can be retold or rewritten into new stories.  🔊

A famous author of early literature, Aesop wrote hundreds of fables that used storytelling to explain the natural world.  🔊

My father enjoys reading long novels, but I find that type of literature boring.  🔊

The book of poems appears on several lists of award-winning literature.  🔊

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