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Classic vs. Classical
Classic
/ˈklasɪk/Examples:
“I went to the Classics master, though."All the right classic junk, huh?The office and showroom above are classic, traditional, even old-fashioned.
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This word has no antonymsClassical
/ˈklæsɪkəl/Examples:
She loves listening to classical symphonies in the evening.The museum houses a vast collection of classical sculptures.Studying classical literature enriches one's understanding of culture.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Classic usually refers to something judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality, often traditional in style.
- Classical is related to ancient Greek or Roman culture, or often used to describe a style of art, music, or literature from these periods.
- Think of classic as timeless and of classical as historical with specific cultural ties.
- A classic might be a book, while classical music refers to a specific genre of music rooted in historical traditions.
- Remember: classic is like a standard or masterpiece, while classical links to tradition or ancient eras.
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