adj
Islamic
ihs-LAH-mihk
adj
1
Relating to or characteristic of Islam, its followers, or its culture.
"The museum has a large collection of Islamic art and calligraphy."
"They studied Islamic history at university."
How to Use Islamic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe adjective form of Islam — describing anything connected to the religion or its culture.
Common mistake
Use "Islamic" for the religion/culture and "Muslim" for a person who follows the faith; don't use "Islamic" to describe a person.
Common pairings
Islamic art
Islamic law
Islamic calendar
Word Forms
more Islamic comparative, Islamics plural, most Islamic superlative
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Etymology
From Islam plus the adjective-forming suffix -ic.