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classic

[/ˈklæsɪk/]
adjective/nounmasculine/feminine (clássico/clássica as adjective); masculine (clássico as noun)pl: classics (noun); N/A (adjective)
clássico
1. Of the highest quality and representing an exemplary standard
That is a classic example of good design.
Esse é um exemplo clássico de bom design.
2. Belonging to ancient Greek or Roman civilization
He studies classic literature.
Ele estuda literatura clássica.
3. A work of art or literature of enduring excellence
Pride and Prejudice is a classic of English literature.
Orgulho e Preconceito é um clássico da literatura inglesa.
4. Typical or characteristic of something
That's a classic mistake everyone makes.
Esse é um erro clássico que todos cometem.
Synonyms
timelesstraditionalmasterpieceexemplary
Antonyms
moderncontemporarymediocreobscure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
clássico
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
clássico
Standard usage, sometimes clássica when referring to feminine nouns
Rio de Janeiro
clássico
Standard usage with possible colloquial variations in speech
Portugal
clássico
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

a classic case of
it's a classic
classic rock
classic beauty
clássico exemplo de
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