What is another word for Chrestomathy?

Pronunciation: [kɹɛstˈɒməθɪ] (IPA)

Chrestomathy is a term that refers to a collection of literary passages or texts that are used for learning purposes. Synonyms for this term include compendium, anthology, reader, selection, and excerpt. These synonyms suggest that a chrestomathy may be composed of various literary pieces, such as essays, poems, and articles. Furthermore, these texts may be used as a way to gain knowledge on a certain subject or to enhance comprehension skills. Whether it is a selection of classic literature, a collection of scientific texts, or a compendium of historical documents, a chrestomathy is a valuable tool for learning and enhancing one's knowledge.

What are the hypernyms for Chrestomathy?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Chrestomathy

I had learned to read Sanscrit and to translate easy passages in the Chrestomathy, and devoted myself with special zeal to the study of the Latin grammar and prosody.
"The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers"
Georg Ebers
It is, however, a useful though incomplete and one-sided Chrestomathy of Mr Arnold's style from the formal point of view, illustrating both his minor devices of phrase and the ingenious ordonnance of his paragraphs in building up thought and statement.
"Matthew Arnold"
George Saintsbury
180. The Persian text of these fables appeared in 1805 in the Chrestomathy appended to Fr.
"The Influence of India and Persia on the Poetry of Germany"
Arthur F. J. Remy

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