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Definition of idiomatic

idiomatic

/ˌɪd.i.əˈmæt.ɪk/
id · i · o · mat · ic
Adverb:idiomatically
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1

Using, containing, or denoting expressions that are natural and characteristic to a native speaker of a language.

Example

"After living in Madrid for five years, she spoke fluent and highly idiomatic Spanish."

2

Appropriate or characteristic of a particular artistic style, medium, musical instrument, or genre.

Example

"Chopin's compositions are celebrated for being deeply idiomatic to the piano."

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• Nearby Words

idiocracy
idiocy
idiom
idiomatic
idiomatically
idiot
idiotic

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 18th century from Late Latin idiomaticus, from Ancient Greek idiomatikos, derived from idioma ('a peculiarity, property, or unique phrasing'), ultimately from idios ('one's own, personal, or private').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Idiomatic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/idiomatic
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