All classic synonyms
clas·sic
C c noun classic
- model — a standard or example for imitation or comparison.
- standard — something considered by an authority or by general consent as a basis of comparison; an approved model.
- prototype — the original or model on which something is based or formed.
- paradigm — Grammar. a set of forms all of which contain a particular element, especially the set of all inflected forms based on a single stem or theme. a display in fixed arrangement of such a set, as boy, boy's, boys, boys'.
- magnum opus — a great work, especially the chief work of a writer or artist: Proust's magnum opus is Remembrance of Things Past.
- tour de force — an exceptional achievement by an artist, author, or the like, that is unlikely to be equaled by that person or anyone else; stroke of genius: Herman Melville's Moby Dick was a tour de force.
- masterpiece — a person's greatest piece of work, as in an art.
- landmark — a prominent or conspicuous object on land that serves as a guide, especially to ships at sea or to travelers on a road; a distinguishing landscape feature marking a site or location: The post office served as a landmark for locating the street to turn down.
- benchmark — A benchmark is something whose quality or quantity is known and which can therefore be used as a standard with which other things can be compared.
- masterwork — masterpiece.
adjective classic
- chic — Something or someone that is chic is fashionable and sophisticated.
- understated — restrained in design, presentation, etc.; low-key: the understated elegance of the house.
- restrained — characterized by restraint: The actor gave a restrained performance.
- timeless — without beginning or end; eternal; everlasting.
- immortal — not mortal; not liable or subject to death; undying: our immortal souls.
- unforgettable — impossible to forget; indelibly impressed on the memory: scenes of unforgettable beauty.
- memorable — worth remembering; notable: a memorable speech.
- abiding — An abiding feeling, memory, or interest is one that you have for a very long time.
- lasting — continuing or enduring a long time; permanent; durable: a lasting friendship.
- ageless — If you describe someone as ageless, you mean that they never seem to look any older.
- definitive — Something that is definitive provides a firm conclusion that cannot be questioned.
- typical — of the nature of or serving as a type or representative specimen.
- characteristic — The characteristics of a person or thing are the qualities or features that belong to them and make them recognizable.
- usual — habitual or customary: her usual skill.
- common — If something is common, it is found in large numbers or it happens often.
- archetypal — Someone or something that is archetypal has all the most important characteristics of a particular kind of person or thing and is a perfect example of it.
- traditional — of or relating to tradition.
- regular — usual; normal; customary: to put something in its regular place.
- simple — easy to understand, deal with, use, etc.: a simple matter; simple tools.
- representative — a person or thing that represents another or others.
- vintage — the wine from a particular harvest or crop.
- prototypical — the original or model on which something is based or formed.
- time-honored — revered or respected because of antiquity and long continuance: a time-honored custom.
- stylish — characterized by or conforming to style or the fashionable standard; fashionably elegant; smart or chic: She wore a very stylish gown to the inaugural ball.