Classical and Former

Classical

Classical adjective - Based on customs usually handed down from a previous generation.

Former and classical are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Former" instead an adjective "Classical".

Former

Former adjective - Having been such at some previous time.

Classical and former are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Classical" instead an adjective "Former".

Nearby Word: formerly

Both words in one sentence

  • Video Game / Desperados The former is a classical level, the latter features a large scale battle between El Diablo men and the US Cavalry.
  • Classically Trained Extra While not being a Shakespearian actress per se, Junko Takeuchi (of Naruto fame) is also a classical trained stage actress and former ballerina according in a recent interview.
  • Dead Guy on Display: A classical Type 2 in Fever Crumb, where the flayed skins of London's former Scriven masters are put on display following the Skinners' Riots.
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