Architectonic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɑɹ.kə.tɛkˈtɑ.nɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Architectonic is an adjective meaning Relating to or characteristic of architecture, design and construction.
Meaning
Relating to or characteristic of architecture, design and construction.
More Meanings
- (figurative) Foundational, fundamental; supporting the structure of a morality, society, or culture.
- Relating to the scientific systematization of the totality of knowledge.
- The design, structure, or architecture of something.
Example Sentences
architectonic wisdom
these architectonic functions
Because the poems are an investigation into the nature of time, it is important to be aware of the overall temporal architectonic of the love-cycle.
[…] the Agamemnon and the Libation-Bearers contain extensive choral odes, unequalled for their architectonic majesty in the whole range of dramatic art.
Word Forms
- architectonics
Synonyms for architectonic
Depending on context, synonyms include tectonic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tectonic, architectonical, architectural, architecturesque, cytoarchitectonical, subarchitectural.
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