unliterary

/ʌnˈlɪtrɛri/

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking literary merit or style; not written or composed in a literary style

“The novel was considered unliterary by many critics due to its simplistic plot.”

2. adjective

not literary; not suitable for literature

“The movie’s script was criticized for being unliterary and lacking depth.”

3. noun

something that is not literary, such as a non-literary work or style

“The unliterary aspects of the poem detracted from its overall impact.”

Synonyms

  • unimaginative
  • unpoetic

Antonyms

  • literary
  • poetic