Classical
9 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Relating to ancient Greek or Roman culture, art, or literature, or conforming to established traditional forms and principles, especially in music and architecture.
“She studied classical languages including Latin and Ancient Greek at university.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈklæsɪkl̩/
Syllables
clas·si·cal
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Synonyms
Antonyms
nonclassical
Word Game Tips
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Wordle
Contains 'ical' suffix and double 's'; watch for the repeated consonant
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Scrabble
Worth 13 points; the double 's' and multiple common letters allow for extensions
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