Metrotextual

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Pronunciation: /ˌmɛtroʊˈtɛkstʃuəl/

Definitions of metrotextual

adjective relating to or characteristic of a person who is knowledgeable about and interested in both urban culture and technology

Example Sentences

A1 She is a metrotextual person who enjoys reading books about city life.

A2 The metrotextual nature of the novel appealed to urban readers.

B1 The magazine caters to a metrotextual audience with its focus on urban culture.

B2 The author's metrotextual writing style reflects a deep connection to the city.

C1 His metrotextual approach to storytelling explores the complexities of urban living.

C2 The filmmaker's metrotextual themes resonate with audiences who appreciate urban narratives.

Examples of metrotextual in a Sentence

formal The metrotextual analysis of the novel revealed intricate layers of meaning and symbolism.

informal She's such a metrotextual reader, always diving deep into the subtext of every book she reads.

slang I can't keep up with all the metrotextual references in that TV show, it's too much for me.

figurative His metrotextual approach to life means he always looks beyond the surface to find deeper meaning in everything.

Grammatical Forms of metrotextual

past tense

metrotexted

plural

metrotextuals

comparative

more metrotextual

superlative

most metrotextual

present tense

metrotexts

future tense

will metrotext

perfect tense

have metrotexted

continuous tense

is metrotexting

singular

metrotextual

positive degree

metrotextual

infinitive

to metrotext

gerund

metrotexting

participle

metrotexted

Origin and Evolution of metrotextual

First Known Use: 2007 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'metrotextual' is a combination of 'metro' from metropolitan and 'textual' from text, referring to someone who is knowledgeable about urban culture and texts.
Evolution of the word: The term 'metrotextual' has evolved to describe individuals who are well-versed in urban culture, including fashion, art, and literature, often associated with living in a metropolitan area. It has also been used to describe a type of literary criticism that focuses on urban texts and their cultural significance.