biliteralism

/bɪˈlɪtərəlɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A philosophical or literary theory that emphasizes the relationship between two different literary or cultural styles, or between two different aspects of reality.

“The poet’s use of biliteralism in her latest collection has been praised for its innovative approach to exploring dual identities.”

2. noun

A concept in linguistics that refers to the use of two different languages or linguistic systems within a single text or discourse.

“The researcher’s study on biliteralism in multilingual communities has shed light on the complex dynamics of code-switching.”

Synonyms

  • bilingualism
  • dualism
  • multilingualism

Antonyms

  • monism
  • monolingualism