essayistic

[ es-ey-is-tik ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or like an essay, especially in style, format, or organization and often in reflecting a more personal approach than a treatise, thesis, or the like.
2. resembling formal exposition.
3. expository; discursive; explanatory.

Word History and Origins

Origin of essayistic¹

First recorded in 1860–65; essay + -istic

Example Sentences

There’s narration from Peck — an essayistic recital in which he moves between historical eras, countries, connected events, and his own history.

From Vox

In the instance of Beethoven the critical or essayistic side is limited.

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