Authorish

/ɔːˈθɔːrɪʃ/ adjective

Having qualities somewhat like an author or characteristic of authors; somewhat authorly or pretentious in a literary way.

From 'author' plus the suffix '-ish' (Old English origin, meaning 'somewhat' or 'rather'). This suffix creates informal adjectives that suggest partial resemblance or mild qualities.

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