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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

classicist

/klæsɪsɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does classicist mean?

noun

A classicist is a scholar or expert in classical antiquity, particularly in the languages, literature, and culture of ancient Greece and Rome. A classicist may also be someone who adheres to traditional or established standards.

Example

"The classicist professor was known for her in-depth analysis of ancient Greek texts."

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