Grecian
adjective
Related to or from Greece.
She appreciated the Grecian style of architecture.
Often appears as...
- grecian architecture
- grecian history
adjective
Inspired by the ancient Greeks or their art.
She was captivated by the Grecian sculpture in the museum.
Often appears as...
- grecian sculpture
- grecian style
Usage tips
Academic, Artistic
adjective
Related to or from Greece.
She appreciated the Grecian style of architecture.
Often appears as...
- grecian architecture
- grecian history
adjective
Inspired by the ancient Greeks or their art.
She was captivated by the Grecian sculpture in the museum.
Often appears as...
- grecian sculpture
- grecian style
Usage tips
Academic, Artistic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Modern Usage
Referring to contemporary Greek life or customs, not just historical or ancient aspects.
They serve authentic Grecian cuisine at the new Greek restaurant downtown.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Identity
Emphasizes a connection to Greece's national identity or heritage.
The festival celebrated Grecian dance and traditional dress.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Ancient
Clarifying that 'Grecian' may refer to modern Greece as well as its ancient past.
His Grecian heritage is important to him, especially when it comes to family values.
Pro Tip 1/3Modern Usage
Referring to contemporary Greek life or customs, not just historical or ancient aspects.
They serve authentic Grecian cuisine at the new Greek restaurant downtown.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Identity
Emphasizes a connection to Greece's national identity or heritage.
The festival celebrated Grecian dance and traditional dress.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Ancient
Clarifying that 'Grecian' may refer to modern Greece as well as its ancient past.
His Grecian heritage is important to him, especially when it comes to family values.
Pro Tip 1/3Modern Usage
Referring to contemporary Greek life or customs, not just historical or ancient aspects.
They serve authentic Grecian cuisine at the new Greek restaurant downtown.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Identity
Emphasizes a connection to Greece's national identity or heritage.
The festival celebrated Grecian dance and traditional dress.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Ancient
Clarifying that 'Grecian' may refer to modern Greece as well as its ancient past.
His Grecian heritage is important to him, especially when it comes to family values.
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The Life of Macaroni...
eventually female finds her male and is rewarded with a grecian display and a comforting preen
Video examples
The Life of Macaroni...
eventually female finds her male and is rewarded with a grecian display and a comforting preen
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