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adj

cultural

KUHL-chruhl
adj
1
Relating to the customs, arts, and shared ideas of a society.
"The festival celebrates the region's cultural heritage."
"They noticed several cultural differences while traveling abroad."

How to Use Cultural

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In plain EnglishRelating to the traditions, beliefs, and way of life of a group of people.

Common pairings
cultural heritage cultural differences cultural exchange

Word Forms

more cultural comparative, most cultural superlative

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The festival celebrates the region's _____ heritage.

Etymology

From "culture" plus the adjective-forming suffix "-al."

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