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- Dictionaryclassic/ˈklasɪk/
adjective
- 1. judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind: "a classic novel" Similar
- 2. very typical of its kind: "Hamlet is the classic example of a tragedy" Similar Opposite
noun
- 1. a work of art of recognized and established value: "his books have become classics"
- 2. a subject at school or university which involves the study of ancient Greek and Latin literature, philosophy, and history: "an honours degree in Classics"
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CLASSIC definition: 1. having a high quality or standard against which other things are judged: 2. extremely or…. Learn more.
1. a. : serving as a standard of excellence : of recognized value. classic literary works. a classic case study on hysteria. b. : traditional, enduring. classic designs. : characterized by simple tailored lines in fashion year after year. a classic suit. 2. : of or relating to the ancient Greeks and Romans or their culture : classical. 3. a.
A classic is a piece of writing, film, or piece of music of high quality that has become a standard against which similar things are judged.
a work that is honored as definitive in its field: His handbook on mushrooms is a classic. something noteworthy of its kind and worth remembering: His reply was a classic. an article, as of clothing, unchanging in style: Her suit was a simple classic.
The noun classic means something that's very high quality, particularly if it has lasting value. The pristine Model T Ford that you keep in your garage is a classic, but the beat up old Honda you drive everyday is not.
Definition of classic adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
CLASSIC meaning: 1. A classic book, film, etc is one that has been popular for a long time and is considered to be…. Learn more.
of enduring interest, quality, or style: a classic design; classic clothes. of literary or historical renown: the classic haunts of famous writers. traditional or typical: a classic comedy routine.
Classic definition: Of or characteristic of the literature, art, and culture of ancient Greece and Rome; classical.
A classic is an outstanding example of a particular style; something of lasting worth or with a timeless quality; of the first or highest quality, class, or rank [1] – something that exemplifies its class. The word can be an adjective (a classic car) or a noun (a classic of English literature).
