CEFR B2

classics

noun

Meaning

Works of art, literature, or music that are considered to be of the highest quality and are timeless and enduring.

Examples

She studied the classics in college, focusing on ancient Greek philosophy.
The film is considered a classic of its genre, watched by generations.

Synonyms: standard, exemplar, masterpiece, icon

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classics (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈklæsɪks/

Definition

Works of art, literature, or music that are considered to be of the highest quality and are timeless and enduring.

Examples

She studied the classics in college, focusing on ancient Greek philosophy.
The film is considered a classic of its genre, watched by generations.
He has a vast collection of classic rock albums from the 1970s.

How to Use classics

a classic of its genre (collocation): A work that is a prime example of its type or category. — "The novel is a classic of its genre, influencing many writers who followed."
a classic case of (collocation): A typical or perfect example of a particular situation or problem. — "His reaction was a classic case of 'buyer's remorse'."

Synonyms of classics

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