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neoclassical

/ˌniːoʊˈklæsɪkəl/
ne · o · clas · si · cal
Adverb:neoclassically
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1

Relating to a revival or adaptation of the classical style in art, literature, architecture, or music, especially the 18th- and 19th-century movement inspired by ancient Greece and Rome.

Example

"The museum is housed in a grand neoclassical building featuring tall marble columns and a symmetrical facade."

2

Relating to a school of economic thought that focuses on the determination of goods, outputs, and income distributions in markets through supply and demand.

Example

"Neoclassical economics assumes that individuals act rationally to maximize their personal utility."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century by combining the Greek prefix 'neo-' (meaning 'new') with 'classical', from Latin 'classicus' (meaning 'of the highest class or standard').

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