Classics vs. Classic

Classicsnoun

: the study of Ancient Greek and Latin, their literature, history etc.

Classics

the branch of learning concerned with study of the literary works of ancient Greece and Rome.

Classicsnoun

study of the literary works of ancient Greece and Rome

Classics

Classics or classical studies is the study of classical antiquity, and in the Western world traditionally refers to the study of Classical Greek and Latin literature. It may also include Greco-Roman philosophy, history, and archaeology as secondary subjects.

Classicadjective

Of or relating to the first class or rank, especially in literature or art.

Classicadjective

Exemplary of a particular style; defining a class/category.

Classicadjective

Exhibiting timeless quality.

Classicadjective

Of or pertaining to the ancient Greeks and Romans, especially to Greek or Roman authors of the highest rank, or of the period when their best literature was produced; of or pertaining to places inhabited by the ancient Greeks and Romans, or rendered famous by their deeds.

Classicadjective

(euphemistic) Traditional; original.

Classicnoun

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

Classicnoun

An artistic work of lasting worth, such as a film or song.

Classicnoun

The author of such a work.

Classicnoun

A major, long-standing sporting event

Classicnoun

(dated) One learned in the literature of Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome; a student of classical literature.

Classicadjective

Of or relating to the first class or rank, especially in literature or art.

Classicadjective

Of or pertaining to the ancient Greeks and Romans, esp. to Greek or Roman authors of the highest rank, or of the period when their best literature was produced; of or pertaining to places inhabited by the ancient Greeks and Romans, or rendered famous by their deeds.

Classicadjective

Conforming to the best authority in literature and art; chaste; pure; refined; as, a classical style.

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.

Classicnoun

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

Classicnoun

a creation of the highest excellence

Classicnoun

an artist who has created classic works

Classicadjective

characteristic of the classical artistic and literary traditions

Classicadjective

adhering to established standards and principles;

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).