classically

classically
[[t]klæ̱sɪkli[/t]]
1) ADV: ADV -ed Someone who has been classically trained in something such as art, music, or ballet has learned the traditional skills and methods of that subject.

Peter is a classically trained pianist.

2) ADV: ADV adj/-ed Classically is used to indicate that something is based on or reminds people of the culture of ancient Greece and Rome.

...the classically inspired church of S. Francesco.

3) ADV: ADV adj/-ed Something that is classically designed is traditional, and beautiful in a simple way.

...five classically shaped vases...

Older women look best in classically elegant styles.

4) ADV: ADV with cl, ADV with v You use classically to indicate that you are saying what usually happens in the case of a particular type of thing.

Classically, overweight people underestimate the volume of food that they consume.

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  • Classically — Clas sic*al*ly, adv. 1. In a classical manner; according to the manner of classical authors. [1913 Webster] 2. In the manner of classes; according to a regular order of classes or sets. [1913 Webster] …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

  • classically — adverb Date: 1772 1. in a classic or classical manner < classically exact forms of the dance > < classically trained > 2. a. in classic or traditional circumstances ; typically < classically, t …   New Collegiate Dictionary

  • classically — clas|sic|ally [ klæsıkli ] adverb 1. ) in a beautiful simple style that is always fashionable: a classically cut suit 2. ) according to the original or traditional standard for something: classically trained musicians 3. ) in a style based on the …   Usage of the words and phrases in modern English

  • classically — UK [ˈklæsɪklɪ] / US adverb 1) according to the original or traditional standard for something classically trained musicians 2) in a style based on the ancient Greek and Roman styles the church s classically fluted pillars 3) in a beautiful simple …   English dictionary

  • classically — adv. Classically is used with these adjectives: ↑beautiful, ↑educated, ↑elegant, ↑handsome, ↑inspired, ↑trained …   Collocations dictionary

  • classically — classical ► ADJECTIVE 1) relating to ancient Greek or Latin literature, art, or culture. 2) (of a form of art or a language) representing an exemplary standard within a long established form. 3) (of music) of long established form or style or… …   English terms dictionary

  • classically — adverb in the manner of Greek and Roman culture (Freq. 1) this exercise develops a classically shaped body • Derived from adjective: ↑classical …   Useful english dictionary

  • Classically Mild — Studio album by Sonu Niigaam Released 2008 (India) …   Wikipedia

  • classically — See classicality. * * * …   Universalium

  • classically — adverb In a classical manner …   Wiktionary

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