cultural

cul-tur-al · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Relating to the ideas, customs, and social behavior of a society.

  2. 2.

    Relating to the arts and intellectual achievements.

Phrases & expressions

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    cultural heritage — traditions and artifacts inherited from past generations
  • •
    cultural diversity — variety of cultural groups in a society
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    cultural exchange — sharing of ideas between different cultures
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    cultural shock — disorientation when experiencing unfamiliar cultures
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    cultural appropriation — adopting elements from another culture

Related words

See also: culture, cultures, society
Synonyms: artistic, ethnic, social

Etymology

From Latin "cultura" (cultivation, culture) + "-al," from "colere" (to cultivate).