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classic

/ˈklæsɪk/noun, adjective2 syllables

Classic means: of or relating to the first significant period of a civilization, culture, area of study, etc..

Synonyms for classic8

adjective, as in of or relating to the first significant period of a civilization, culture, area of study, etc.

classical, Greco-Roman, Graeco-Roman, neoclassic, neoclassical

adjective, as in well-known and long-established in form or style

adjective, as in of a well-known type; remarkably typical

adjective, as in considered of the highest quality and lasting significance or worth

What does classic mean?6

adjective

1

of or relating to the first significant period of a civilization, culture, area of study, etc.“classic Chinese pottery”

2

well-known and long-established in form or style“a classical ballet”

3

of a well-known type; remarkably typical“the classic struggle between good and evil”

4

considered of the highest quality and lasting significance or worth“a classic car”

noun

1

a creation of the highest excellence

2

an artist who has created classic works

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with classic?2

three syllables

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Classic in a sentence

  • Several classic, family-friendly games will also join the service next month.LeviHighway
  • She never reads classic literature, dismissing it as boring.Nuel
  • It's a classic commuter town, even during the day there are few people around.unknown
  • You aren't really going to get rid of your classic car, are you?CK
  • Her dress was classic black, perfect for any occasion.Amastan
  • You're not really going to get rid of your classic car, are you?CK
  • Which do you like better, blues or classic rock?CK
  • She knows how to play many instruments, classic or traditional.espamatics

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Forms of classic

as a noun

plural
classics