What does classic mean?

Definitions for classic
ˈklæs ɪkclas·sic

This dictionary definitions page includes all the possible meanings, example usage and translations of the word classic.

Princeton's WordNet

  1. classicnoun

    a creation of the highest excellence

  2. classicadjective

    an artist who has created classic works

  3. authoritative, classical, classic, definitiveadjective

    of recognized authority or excellence

    "the definitive work on Greece"; "classical methods of navigation"

  4. classical, classicadjective

    of or relating to the most highly developed stage of an earlier civilisation and its culture

    "classic Cinese pottery"

  5. classical, classic, Greco-Roman, Graeco-Roman, Hellenicadjective

    of or pertaining to or characteristic of the ancient Greek and Roman cultures

    "classical mythology"; "classical

Wiktionary

  1. classicnoun

    A perfect and/or early example of a particular style.

  2. classicnoun

    An artistic work of lasting worth

  3. classicnoun

    A major, long-standing sporting event

  4. classicadjective

    exemplary of a particular style

  5. classicadjective

    exhibiting timeless quality

  6. classicadjective

    traditional; original

    Users who dislike the new visual layout can return to classic mode.

  7. Etymology: From classique, from classicus, from classis

Wikipedia

  1. Classic

    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 – something that exemplifies its class. The word can be an adjective (a classic car) or a noun (a classic of English literature). It denotes a particular quality in art, architecture, literature, design, technology, or other cultural artifacts. In commerce, products are named 'classic' to denote a long-standing popular version or model, to distinguish it from a newer variety. Classic is used to describe many major, long-standing sporting events. Colloquially, an everyday occurrence (e.g. a joke or mishap) may be described in some dialects of English as 'an absolute classic'. "Classic" should not be confused with classical, which refers specifically to certain cultural styles, especially in music and architecture: styles generally taking inspiration from the Classical tradition, hence classicism.

ChatGPT

  1. classic

    A classic is something that is considered to be of the highest quality, significance, or of enduring value, representative of its kind or genre. This term can be applied to literature, music, art, design, fashion, or any other form of creative work or thought. It can also refer to something that is typical or traditional, recognized and established over a period of time.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Classicnoun

    alt. of Classical

  2. Classicnoun

    a work of acknowledged excellence and authority, or its author; -- originally used of Greek and Latin works or authors, but now applied to authors and works of a like character in any language

  3. Classicnoun

    one learned in the literature of Greece and Rome, or a student of classical literature

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British National Corpus

  1. Spoken Corpus Frequency

    Rank popularity for the word 'classic' in Spoken Corpus Frequency: #3700

  2. Nouns Frequency

    Rank popularity for the word 'classic' in Nouns Frequency: #2202

  3. Adjectives Frequency

    Rank popularity for the word 'classic' in Adjectives Frequency: #498

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of classic in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of classic in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of classic in a Sentence

  1. Kathleen Kennedy:

    It was perfect, classic Harrison Ford.

  2. Michael Long:

    The last time I checked, they’re all human beings and if they’re senior citizens they can go to any senior citizen center, michael Long want to talk about throwing peoples ’ tax dollars down the sewer ? This is a real, classic example.

  3. Ken Ehrlich:

    We couldn't think of a more appropriate way to honor him than by bringing together his bandmates and longtime friend and collaborator, Jackson Browne, to play an Eagles classic that forever changed popular music, it'll be an emotional moment for many of us -- one of reflection, respect, and celebration.

  4. Jon Choi:

    ChatGPT struggled with the most classic components of law school exams, such as spotting potential legal issues and deep analysis applying legal rules to the facts of a case, but ChatGPT could be very helpful at producing a first draft that a student could then refine.

  5. Doug Quinn:

    It’s supposed to be a classic Manhattan joint, and they don’t really exist today.

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