classic

• Décrit quelque chose de la plus haute qualité, typique ou intemporel dans son style et son attrait.

Describes something that is of the highest quality, typical, or timeless in style and appeal.

1. Of the highest qualityB1formal

   Serving as a standard of excellence; of recognized value.

   De qualité supérieure

   • This is a classic novel of English literature.
   • She wore a classic black dress to the event.
   • The film is considered a classic example of the genre.

   Synonymesarchetypaldefinitiveexemplaryfirst-ratemodeloutstandingparadigmaticquintessentialstandardsuperb

   Antonymesinferiormediocresecond-ratesubstandard

2. Typical or characteristicB1formal

   Very typical of its kind; representing a perfect example.

   classique (typique)

   • It was a classic case of mistaken identity.
   • He showed classic symptoms of the flu.
   • The mistake was a classic beginner's error.

   Synonymesarchetypalmodelparadigmaticquintessentialrepresentativestandardtextbooktypical

   Antonymesabnormalatypicalirregularunrepresentativeuntypicalunusual

3. Simple and traditional in styleB2formal

   Having a simple, traditional, and elegant style that remains fashionable over time.

   classique (style simple et traditionnel)

   • She prefers classic furniture over modern designs.
   • The building has a classic architectural style.
   • He drives a classic car from the 1960s.

   Synonymeselegantenduringrefinedtimelesstraditionalunderstated

   Antonymesavant-gardecontemporaryfaddishmoderntrendy

• Œuvre d'art, de littérature, de musique ou autre création reconnue comme étant de la plus haute qualité et d'une valeur durable ; également un exemple typique ou excellent d'une catégorie.

A noun referring to a work of art, literature, music, or other creation that is recognized as being of the highest quality and enduring value.

1. Outstanding exampleB1formal

   A work of art, literature, or music of recognized and established value.

   Classique (œuvre de référence)

   • The novel is considered a classic of English literature.
   • This film is a true classic of the horror genre.
   • Beethoven's symphonies are timeless classics.

   Synonymesbenchmarkexemplarmasterpiecemodelstandardtouchstone

2. B2informal

   Something that is a perfect or typical example of its kind.

   exemple type

   • The car is a classic of Italian design.
   • His excuse was a classic: 'The dog ate my homework.'
   • The match was a classic, full of drama and excitement.

   Synonymesarchetypeepitomeexampleexemplarmodelparadigmprototypequintessencestandard

   Antonymesaberrationanomalyoutlier