Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
classicist
noun
/ˈklæs.ɪ.sɪst/
Definition
A classicist is a scholar or expert in classical studies, particularly in the art, literature, and culture of ancient Greece and Rome.
Examples
- As a classicist, she dedicated her life to studying ancient Roman architecture.
- His knowledge of Greek myths made him a respected classicist in the academic community.
- The classicist often refers to the works of Homer and Virgil for inspiration.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who appreciates or specializes in the classical period and its contributions to modern civilization.
Synonyms
- scholar
- historian
- antiquarian
