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classical

Pronunciation: /ˈklasɪk(ə)l/

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Definition of classical

adjective

  • 1relating to ancient Greek or Latin literature, art, or culture:classical mythology classical Latin
  • (of art or architecture) influenced by ancient Greek or Roman forms or principles: the classical house at Buscot Park
  • 2representing an exemplary standard within a traditional and long-established form or style:classical ballet
  • relating to the first significant period of an area of study:classical mechanics
  • 3 Physics relating to or based upon concepts and theories which preceded the theories of relativity and quantum mechanics; Newtonian:classical physics

Derivatives

classicalism

noun

classicality

Pronunciation: /-ˈkalɪti/

noun

classically

adverb
[as submodifier]:the classically beautiful lines of her face

Origin:

late 16th century (in the sense 'outstanding of its kind'): from Latin classicus 'belonging to a class' (see classic) + -al

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