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literati

/ˌlɪt.əˈrɑː.ti/

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noun

/ˌlɪt.əˈrɑː.ti/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное во множественном числе, обозначающее литературную интеллигенцию или образованных людей, интересующихся литературой и интеллектуальными вопросами.

A plural noun referring to the literary intelligentsia or educated people who are interested in literature and intellectual matters.

uncountable · irregular plural

  1. Literary intellectualsC1formalart

    The educated class of people who are deeply engaged in literature, writing, and intellectual pursuits; the literary intelligentsia.

    ruЛитературная интеллигенция

    • The literati of the 18th century often gathered in coffeehouses to debate philosophy.
    • Many prominent literati contributed essays to the quarterly literary journal.
    • She was a respected figure among the literati for her insightful critiques.
    • The event was attended by a mix of artists, scholars, and literati from across the city.

    Synonymsintelligentsialearned

Forms
  • literati plural form
  • literati's possessive plural form