adjective
- relating to or involving references between different texts or works of literature
Usage: literary criticism; academic
Examples
- The novel contains many intertextual references to Shakespeare’s plays.
- Her poetry demonstrates intertextual connections with classical mythology.
- The film’s intertextual elements create layers of meaning for viewers familiar with the source material.
- Students analyzed the intertextual relationships between the two authors’ works.
- The professor explained how intertextual dialogue enriches literary interpretation.
- Modern writers often employ intertextual techniques to engage with literary tradition.