arcadian

adjective

är-ˈkā-dē-ən How to pronounce arcadian (audio)
Definition of arcadiannext
as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar the painter is well-known for depictions of mute, slightly mysterious figures in arcadian settings

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Recent Examples of arcadian For the project, the design was infused with Hall’s signature drawings of an Arcadian garden, inspired by Rousham House and Gardens in Oxfordshire, England. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 2 Feb. 2026 Neutral in palette and contemporary in design, earthy colors and tactile textures are complemented by Arcadian materials that create a dialogue with nature. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026 There’s something almost Arcadian in Jacqueline Overton’s 1933 description of this landscape of labor. — JSTOR Daily, 18 Oct. 2025 His film credits include This Too Shall Pass, Arcadian and Joe Bell. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for arcadian
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arcadian
  1. quiet
  2. peaceful
  3. serene
  4. placid
  5. tranquil
  6. restful
Adjective
  • Staying upstairs is the quiet advantage with no lines, just an elevator ride to a nightcap under all that light.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Margot has left her field, and has moved to Hungary with her equestrian husband Sam (Rupert Friend), an uprooting that manifests as quiet disconnects between them.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of quiet
Adjective
  • Only Ann Patchett could write such a pleasant, amiable novel about death, and only a horse could serve as her essential metaphor for peaceful salvation.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Set in the present day, ghosts from the past of Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Mark Harmon) finally catch up to him, shattering his peaceful retirement in Alaska.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of peaceful
Adjective
  • There are also less busy sites nearby including Hannya-ji Temple, a serene haven known for its sea of cosmos flowers and Japan’s tallest stone pagoda.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Drive a little over two hours from Toronto, and you’ll be transported from the hustle and bustle of the city to a serene wonderland shaped by the ancient rock of the Canadian Shield, thick pine forests, and lakes—a lot of lakes.
    — Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of serene
Adjective
  • The tone continues to be placid, the plunky marimba and steel drum score remains the same, and the performances only grow to feel even more remarkably lived-in as the severity of the situation clicks into place.
    — David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Appropriately so, given the placid recent range and the clockwork mechanics of sector rotation and low-correlation restraining index-level volatility.
    — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of placid
Adjective
  • Bedrooms are tranquil and restorative, with clean lines, balconies, and mountain views that create a sense of space.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026
  • Located right across the water from Miami, Key Biscayne is filled with tranquil experiences in nature, delicious dining options with incredible views of the water, and even a little bit of history to explore.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
Definition of tranquil
Adjective
  • While the atmosphere at this 400-acre retreat, 22 miles northeast of downtown Tucson, feels grounding and restful, behind the scenes, Miraval is in constant motion.
    — Jessica Ritz, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Tart cherries are also rich in anthocyanins, plant compounds with anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce muscle soreness and support more restful sleep.
    — Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of restful

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“Arcadian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arcadian. Accessed 8 Sep. 2026.

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