classical

clas-si-cal · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Relating to ancient Greek or Roman civilization, especially their art, architecture, and literature.

  2. 2.

    Relating to or denoting a style of music that is formal, sophisticated, and follows established traditions.

  3. 3.

    Representing the highest standard or most typical example of its kind.

  4. 4.

    Traditional in style or form.

Related words

Antonyms: avant-garde, contemporary, modern
See also: classic, classics, traditional
Synonyms: conventional, established, traditional

Etymology

From Latin classicus ("of the first class") + -al. The association with ancient Greece and Rome developed because their works were considered the highest standard of excellence.