cultural

adjective

cul·​tur·​al ˈkəl-chə-rəl How to pronounce cultural (audio)
ˈkəlch-
Synonyms of culturalnext
1
: of or relating to culture or culturing
2
: concerned with the fostering of plant or animal growth
culturally
ˈkəl-chə-lē How to pronounce cultural (audio)
ˈkəlch-rə-
adverb

Examples of cultural in a Sentence

We studied our cultural heritage. There are some cultural differences between us. We attended several cultural events over the weekend. The center provides a wide range of cultural activities. The city is the cultural center of the state.
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Jackson Thompson is a sports reporter for Fox News Digital covering critical political and cultural issues in sports, with an investigative lens. Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 11 Jan. 2026 Their endless touring included cultural touchstones like Woodstock, and perhaps their largest concert on their own in front of over 100,000 spectators in Englishtown, New Jersey in 1977. Adam Levine, CNN Money, 11 Jan. 2026 The company says cultural context also shaped the service’s design. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 Jan. 2026 And whether your trip focuses on scoping out the restaurant scene, the year-round lineup of cultural events, or how to make the most of this iconic American landscape, there’s always a new way to find your very own perfect Miami experience. Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cultural

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of cultural was in 1802

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“Cultural.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cultural. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

cultural

adjective
cul·​tur·​al ˈkəlch-(ə-)rəl How to pronounce cultural (audio)
: of or relating to culture
culturally adverb

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