Greek Revival

noun

1

: a style of architecture in the first half of the 19th century marked by the use or imitation of Greek orders

2

: a style of decoration (as of furniture) using or imitating the decorative motifs of ancient Greece

Examples of Greek Revival in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Greek Revival-style apartment house has been vacant since 2017, when all of its tenants left, reportedly due to a broken boiler that was never repaired. — Jc Reindl, Freep.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Get a glimpse into Berry College’s history at the Greek Revival home of its founder Martha Berry. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026

The main residence, the Greek Revival mansion, spans 13,500 square feet and features ornate millwork and moldings. — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 13 Aug. 2026

The 1840 Greek Revival mansion is around 13,500 square feet and has seven bedrooms and six bathrooms, according to the Sotheby's listing. — Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1918, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for Greek Revival

• conjunctival
• archival
• arrival
• survival
• rival
• subconjunctival