neoclassical

adjective

neo·​clas·​si·​cal ˌnē-ō-ˈkla-si-kəl 

variants or less commonly neoclassic

ˌnē-ō-ˈkla-sik 

: of, relating to, or constituting a revival or adaptation of the classical especially in literature, music, art, or architecture

neoclassicism

ˌnē-ō-ˈkla-sə-ˌsi-zəm 

noun

neoclassicist

ˌnē-ō-ˈkla-sə-sist 

noun or adjective

Examples of neoclassical in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The natatorium reopened in 2010 with an elegant, updated neoclassical facade, while the pool itself was subdivided into two areas, one for lap swimming and the other a shallow area for children to swim and play. —Martha Ross, Mercury News, 28 May 2026

The arched framework for a temporary sports arena already looms over the neoclassical building like a looping roller coaster at a theme park. —Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 28 May 2026

The building's neoclassical bones are intact, but Kimpton has brought in its signature whimsy, making a hotel that feels both historic and contemporary. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026

Five major approaches in the literary genre include neoclassical, structural, Romantic and post-Romantic, reader response, and cultural studies. —Tham Thi Nguyen, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

neo- + classical or classic entry 1

First Known Use

1877, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for neoclassical

• nonclassical
• classical
• semiclassical