Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

camelot

noun
/ˈkæ.mə.lɒt/
Definition
A mythical place associated with King Arthur and his knights.
Examples
  • In the stories, Camelot is described as a grand castle and a symbol of the golden age of chivalry.
  • She always dreamed of living in her own Camelot, surrounded by magic and adventure.
Meaning
Often used to refer to an idealized, romanticized, or legendary place or situation.
Synonyms
  • Utopia
  • Paradise
  • Elysium