bucolic (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /bjuːˈkɒlɪk/

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of the pleasant aspects of the countryside and country life.

Examples

• The novel's bucolic setting provided a stark contrast to the protagonist's urban struggles.

• We enjoyed a bucolic picnic by the stream, surrounded by rolling hills and wildflowers.

• His bucolic childhood was filled with fresh air and simple pleasures.

Synonyms of bucolic

Words with a similar meaning to bucolic:

• rural
• pastoral
• idyllic
• agrarian

Antonyms of bucolic

Words with the opposite meaning to bucolic:

• urban
• metropolitan

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