Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gentilic

Adjective

/dʒɛnˈtɪlɪk/

Definition

An adjective used to describe something related to a specific nation or people, often linked to their name or culture.

Examples

The term ‘American’ is a gentilic used for people from the United States.
In discussions about cultural identity, gentilic forms can help clarify national origins.

Meaning

The term ‘gentilic’ refers to the characteristic of belonging to a specific group or nationality, particularly in terms of language and terminology used to describe the people of that group.