epistolary
Translation
epistolary
Examples
The novel is written in an epistolary style.
The novel is written in an epistolary style.
Grammar Patterns
((an epistolary)) ((noun)) relating to letters The novel is written in an epistolary style.
Similar Words
Synonyms: literary, formal
Etymology
From Greek 'epistolē' (letter), from 'epi-' (upon) + 'stellein' (to send).
Memory Tips
Remember that an 'epistle' is a formal letter. 'Epistolary' is the adjective form.