bibliomane

/bɪblɪˈoʊmeɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is excessively fond of books and reading.

“The bibliomane spent his entire life collecting rare editions of classic novels.”

2. noun

A person who is excessively fond of books, especially one who collects them.

“The bibliomane’s bookshelves stretched from floor to ceiling, filled with first editions and signed copies.”

Synonyms

  • bibliophile
  • bookworm

Antonyms

  • book-averse
  • illiterate