Literati

usgb/ˌlɪtəˈrɑːti/
noun

Persons who are educated and knowledgeable, especially about literature.

The literati gathered at the annual book fair to share thoughts and ideas.
Visual representation of "literati" - Persons who are educated and knowledgeable, especially about literature.

Often appears as...

  • cultural literati
  • certain literati

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Literary Elite

Refers to people highly regarded in literary circles, often with a sense of exclusivity.

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The novel was a hot topic among the literati, being discussed in book clubs and literary reviews.
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Not Just Writers

Literati are not necessarily writers themselves but are well-read or scholarly in literature.

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The conference attracted literati from all over the world, keen to debate the latest literary theories.
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Cultural Insight

Understanding 'literati' gives insight into a culture's intellectual society and their influence.

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Local literati often shape the public's taste in books and plays through their critiques.
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