architectural

American  

[ahr-ki-tek-cher-uhl] / ˌɑr kɪˈtɛk tʃər əl /

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.

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Other Word Forms

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

Etymology

Origin of architectural

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

Example Sentences

The H200 — a Hopper-generation chip that predates Nvidia’s current Blackwell platform by a full architectural generation — is the most advanced hardware Washington has agreed to license for Chinese buyers.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

The culture ministry said the winning proposal was selected for "the quality of its architectural approach and its integration in terms of heritage, urban, and landscape considerations", as well as security concerns.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Of course, it’s still possible that Trump’s arch, Reflecting Pool paint job, and other proposed architectural changes won’t materialize, at least in full.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

Chicago was able to redefine its image from a gritty second city to a cultural and architectural hub after defeating New York’s bid for the 1893 exposition.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

The meeting was in the public conference room, and when I got there after school, the school board members were all sitting at the head table, studying the folders with the architectural bids.

From "The Wednesday Wars" by Gary D. Schmidt