classic

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

ruОписывает что-то высочайшего качества, типичное или неподвластное времени по стилю и привлекательности.esDescribe algo de la más alta calidad, típico o que no pasa de moda por su estilo y atractivo.frDécrit quelque chose de la plus haute qualité, typique ou intemporel dans son style et son attrait.deBezeichnet etwas von höchster Qualität, das typisch oder zeitlos in Stil und Attraktivität ist.ptDescreve algo de qualidade superior, típico ou que não sai de moda, seja no estilo ou no apelo.zh形容某事物质量极高、具有典型性，或因风格而经久不衰。arيُستخدم لوصف شيء من أعلى مستويات الجودة أو الطراز المميز، وهو نموذجي أو خالد لا يتأثر بمرور الزمن ويتسم بجاذبية دائمة.

1. Of the highest quality B1 formal

   Serving as a standard of excellence; of recognized value.

   • 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.

   ruКлассическийesclásico (de calidad reconocida)frDe qualité supérieuredeKlassischptClássicozh经典的arكلاسيكي

   Синонимы: archetypaldefinitiveexemplaryfirst-ratemodeloutstandingparadigmaticquintessentialstandardsuperb

   Антонимы: inferiormediocresecond-ratesubstandard

2. Typical or characteristic B1 formal

   Very typical of its kind; representing a perfect example.

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

   ruТипичныйesclásico, típico o característicofrclassique (typique)deTypischptTípicozh典型的arنموذجي

   Синонимы: archetypalmodelparadigmaticquintessentialrepresentativestandardtextbooktypical

   Антонимы: abnormalatypicalirregularunrepresentativeuntypicalunusual

3. Simple and traditional in style B2 formal

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

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

   ruКлассическийesClásico, de estilo sencillo y elegantefrclassique (style simple et traditionnel)deKlassischptClássicozh古典arكلاسيكي

   Синонимы: elegantenduringrefinedtimelesstraditionalunderstated

   Антонимы: avant-gardecontemporaryfaddishmoderntrendy

• more classic comparative form
• most classic superlative form

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.

ruПроизведение искусства, литературы, музыки или иное творение, признанное обладающим высочайшим качеством и непреходящей ценностью.esObra de arte, literatura, música u otra creación que se reconoce como de la más alta calidad y valor perdurable; también, ejemplo o modelo excelente de su género.frŒuvre 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.deEin Werk der Kunst, Literatur oder Musik, das von höchster Qualität ist und dauerhaften Wert besitzt. Auch ein anerkannter Maßstab oder ein typisches Beispiel einer bestimmten Gattung.ptObra de arte, literatura, música ou outra criação reconhecida por sua qualidade superior e valor duradouro; também se diz daquilo que é modelo ou referência exemplar em seu gênero.zh指被公认为具有最高品质、经久不衰的艺术、文学、音乐或其他创作；也指某类事物中典范性的作品或标准。arعمل فني أو أدبي أو موسيقي أو غير ذلك من الإبداعات يُعترف بجودته الرفيعة وقيمته الدائمة. ويُطلق أيضًا على الشيء الذي يُعدّ نموذجًا أو معيارًا يُحتذى به في مجاله.

1. Outstanding example B1 formal

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

   • 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.

   ruКлассикаesObra clásicafrClassique (œuvre de référence)deKlassikerptClássicozh经典arالكلاسيكية

   Синонимы: benchmarkexemplarmasterpiecemodelstandardtouchstone

2. Typical example B2 informal

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

   • 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.

   ruКлассикаesEjemplo típicofrexemple typedeKlassikerptClássicozh典范arالطراز الكلاسيكي

   Синонимы: archetypeepitomeexampleexemplarmodelparadigmprototypequintessencestandard

   Антонимы: aberrationanomalyoutlier

• classics plural form
• classics' possessive plural form
• classic's possessive singular form