classical
/ˈklæs.ɪ.k(ə)l/
Of or pertaining to the ancient Greeks and Romans, especially to Greek or Roman authors of the highest rank, or of the period when their best literature was produced; of or pertaining to places inhabited by the ancient Greeks and Romans, or rendered famous by their deeds; Of or relating to the first class or rank, especially in literature or art; Of or pertaining to established principles in a discipline
- comparative
- more classical
- superlative
- most classical
Meanings
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Of or pertaining to the ancient Greeks and Romans, especially to Greek or Roman authors of the highest rank, or of the period when their best literature was produced; of or pertaining to places inhabited by the ancient Greeks and Romans, or rendered famous by their deeds
I don't like classical music.
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Do you like classical music?
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Of or relating to the first class or rank, especially in literature or art
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Of or pertaining to established principles in a discipline
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Describing Western music and musicians of the late 18th and early 19th centuries
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Describing art music (rather than pop, jazz, blues, etc), especially when played using instruments of the orchestra
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Knowledgeable or skilled in the classics; versed in the classics
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Conforming to the best authority in literature and art; chaste; pure; refined
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