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Neoclassical

adj, noun

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Adjective
  1. 1
    Of pertaining to a style of architecture based on classical models, especially such a style of the 18th century.
  2. 2
    Of or relating to various art styles, as in sculpture and ballet, inspired by older classical forms and conventions.
  3. 3
    Being a recent construction based on older, classical elements.

    "The English word "psychopathy" is a neoclassical compound from Ancient Greek roots."

  4. 4
    Of or relating to an approach that focuses on the determination of prices, outputs, and income distributions in markets through supply and demand.
Adjective
  1. 1
    characteristic of a revival of an earlier classical style wordnet
Noun
  1. 1
    Ellipsis of neoclassical economist. abbreviation, alt-of, ellipsis

    "As a result, the media and the public were clamoring for change, supporting the efforts of leading neoclassicals like Milton Friedman to overthrow their Keynesian overlords in the academy."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From neo- + classical.

Etymology 2

From neo- + classical.

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