architectural

adjective

ar·​chi·​tec·​tur·​al ˌär-kə-ˈtek-chə-rəl 

-ˈtek-shrəl

1

: of or relating to architecture : conforming to the rules of architecture

2

: having or conceived of as having a single unified overall design, form, or structure

architecturally adverb

Examples of architectural in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Housed within four heritage buildings that date back to the late 19th century, the rooms are simple but classic, with historic architectural details. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 July 2026

The penchant for archival architectural styles also speaks to broader home design trends. — Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 20 July 2026

To truly generate great, cost-effective outcomes, companies need an architectural foundation that closes those leaks. — Sumeet Agrawal, Fortune, 20 July 2026

In this architectural duo, the cobalt fine-tunes the internal electronic state of the nickel. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1718, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for architectural

• conjectural
• prefectural