Synonyms for

Paperback

Verb / ˈpeɪpɜ:ˌbæk / Another word for paperback — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A book with a flexible cover made of paper, usually less expensive than a hardcover book.

Synonyms & similar words

softcover paperbackbook softback softbackbook softcoverbook paperbacked softcover pulp digest booklet brochure catalogue manual guidebook handbook directory compendium almanac encyclopedia dictionary thesaurus novel storybook

Synonyms by register

Formal

softcover mass-market edition trade paperback

Informal

paper book cheap edition

Antonyms

hardcover bound stitched cased clothbound leather-bound

Common collocations

  • paperback book
  • paperback edition
  • paperback novel
  • buy a paperback
  • read a paperback
  • paperback copy
  • paperback version

Word family

noun paperback

Usage note

A paperback refers to a book bound in flexible paper covers, as opposed to a hardcover. It is often a more affordable and portable option.

Example sentences

  1. I love reading paperback books on the beach.
  2. My mom always buys paperback novels because they're cheaper than hardcovers.
  3. I lent my friend a paperback copy of my favorite book.
  4. The library has a huge selection of paperback romance novels.
  5. The author signed my paperback copy of his book at the book signing event.

Quotes

  • "I like to read paperback books because they fit in my pocket." - Anonymous
  • "A good book is a good book, no matter if it's a hardcover or a paperback." - Nicholas Sparks
  • "I read a book one day and my whole life was changed." - Orhan Pamuk, My Name is Red

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