literatus

/lɪtˈɛrətəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A learned or literary person, especially one with a deep knowledge of literature, often with an interest in classical or ancient literature.

“The professor was a renowned literatus, known for his insightful commentary on the works of Shakespeare.”

Synonyms

  • classicist
  • literary person
  • scholar

Antonyms

  • illiterate
  • unlearned