Grecian
Grecian (adj) means relating to Greece or ancient Greek style, especially in art and architecture. Example: “The museum entrance features tall Grecian columns.”
How to use Grecian
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA slightly old-fashioned way of saying "Greek," most often used today to describe classical-style architecture or design.
In modern English, "Greek" is the standard word for people; "Grecian" survives mainly in phrases like "Grecian columns" or "Grecian nose."
Word forms
Grecians plural
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Etymology
From Latin Graecia ("Greece") plus the adjective suffix -an, reaching English via Old French grecien.
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What does “Grecian” mean?
The word “Grecian” means relating to Greece or ancient Greek style, especially in art and architecture. In plain terms, a slightly old-fashioned way of saying "Greek," most often used today to describe classical-style architecture or design.
How do you pronounce “Grecian”?
“Grecian” is pronounced GREESHN (/ˈɡɹiːʃn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “Grecian” in a sentence?
Here is “Grecian” used in a sentence: “The museum entrance features tall Grecian columns.”
What part of speech is “Grecian”?
Depending on how it is used, “Grecian” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “Grecian” come from?
The word “Grecian” comes from Latin. From Latin Graecia ("Greece") plus the adjective suffix -an, reaching English via Old French grecien.
How many meanings does “Grecian” have?
“Grecian” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to Greece or ancient Greek style, especially in art and architecture.