fiction
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Stories about imaginary people and events, written for entertainment rather than as fact.
Synonyms and antonyms
Antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She prefers reading _____ to nonfiction on long flights."
Answer: fiction
In your own words, what does "fiction" mean?
Stories about imaginary people and events, written for entertainment rather than as fact.
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