architectural

[ahr-ki-tek-cher-uhl]

adjective

1. of or relating to architecture.

   architectural metals.

2. conforming to the basic principles of architecture.

3. having the qualities of architecture; characteristic of architecture; structural; architectonic.

Other Word Forms

• architecturally adverb
• nonarchitectural adjective
• nonarchitecturally adverb
• semiarchitectural adjective
• semiarchitecturally adverb
• unarchitectural adjective
• unarchitecturally adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of architectural¹

First recorded in 1755–65; architecture + -al ¹

Example Sentences

Ten years ago, a new destination emerged in downtown L.A., bringing yet another architectural spectacle to Grand Avenue and bolstering the city’s art offerings.

From Los Angeles Times

Despite efforts to retain much of its historic character, the 14-year project proved controversial with one architectural expert branding the demolition "the greatest architectural crime to befall London in the 20th Century".

From BBC

For Lepore, the Constitution is a blueprint of a cathedral, one that has morphed since its inception, rather like New York’s unfinished St. John the Divine with its mélange of architectural styles.

From Los Angeles Times

The gallery has now launched an international architectural competition to design a new wing for its expanded collection.

From BBC

The feud stirred up a larger conversation on what exactly is worth protecting in Southern California, a region loaded with architectural marvels and Old Hollywood haunts swirling with celebrity legend and gossip.

From Los Angeles Times