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

The problem, according to meeting minutes, was that the application did not delve deep enough into how the building fit into the history of watchmaking or how the then innovative open-floor plan fit into broader architectural trends. —Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 29 Mar. 2026

Just published in Ancient Mesoamerica, study author Ivan Šprajc examined numerous distinctive architectural complexes in the Central and Western Maya lowlands. —Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 29 Mar. 2026

Indeed, few foreigners leave without being enraptured by a fascinating cultural tapestry which lives on in old-world architectural landmarks and century-spanning festivals. —Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026

Pictures from the site show ancient structures in remarkable condition, with walls and other architectural features still intact. —Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1718, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for architectural

• conjectural
• prefectural