Corinthian
(
adjective
,
noun
)
(As an adjective)
Corinthian ( adjective )
- Of or relating to the ancient Greek city of Corinth or its people or culture.
- Of or relating to a style of ancient Greek architecture characterized by ornate capitals decorated with acanthus leaves.
- Extremely ornate or elaborate in design, decoration, or structure.
Origin:
From the ancient greek city of corinth, known for its luxury and elaborate architecture.
Examples:
- The corinthian columns of the temple stood tall and imposing.
- The corinthian style of architecture is characterized by its elaborate capitals.
- She wore a corinthian dress of the finest silk.
- His corinthian taste for luxury was well known among his peers.
- The corinthian leather seats in his car were the epitome of opulence.
(As a noun)
Corinthian ( noun )
- Of or relating to the ancient Greek city of Corinth or its people or culture.
- Of or relating to a style of ancient Greek architecture characterized by ornate capitals decorated with acanthus leaves.
- Extremely ornate or elaborate in design, decoration, or structure.
Origin:
From the ancient greek city of corinth, known for its luxury and elaborate architecture.
Examples:
- The corinthian columns of the temple stood tall and imposing.
- The corinthian style of architecture is characterized by its elaborate capitals.
- She wore a corinthian dress of the finest silk.
- His corinthian taste for luxury was well known among his peers.
- The corinthian leather seats in his car were the epitome of opulence.