Bookworm
What it means
A person who reads frequently and with great enjoyment.
Reach for it when using affectionate informal language for a devoted reader
The cheerful bookworm carried two novels on every train journey.
Words to choose between 6
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everyday
avid reader
Fits when frequent enthusiastic reading is the simple fact
Careful Avid reader is neutral and lacks bookworm's affectionate image.
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warm
book lover
Fits when affection for books matters more than reading volume
Careful Book lover can include a casual reader.
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professional
reader
Fits when neutral inclusive wording is sufficient
Careful Reader is too broad for unusually strong devotion.
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formal
Fits when love of books as objects and culture deserves elevated wording
Careful A bibliophile may collect fine books without reading constantly.
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formal
literary enthusiast
Fits when interest includes literature, discussion, and events
Careful The phrase excludes devoted readers of history, science, or craft books.
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literary
voracious reader
Fits when the exceptional quantity and appetite for reading are central
Careful Voracious can suggest speed rather than careful appreciation.
Opposites 3
- nonreader
- bibliophobe
- book avoider
Common phrases 3
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avid bookworm
The avid bookworm reviewed every title before the library sale.
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young bookworm
A young bookworm started the lunchtime reading club.
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lifelong bookworm
The lifelong bookworm donated shelves along with the novels.
Definitions and examples are written for this site. How words are chosen Recording: Wodencafe, American accent, from Wikimedia Commons, CC0 Updated