cultural

adjective

cul·​tur·​al ˈkəlch-rəl How to pronounce cultural (audio)
ˈkəl-chə-
1
: of or relating to culture or culturing
2
: concerned with the fostering of plant or animal growth
culturally
ˈkəlch-rə-lē How to pronounce cultural (audio)
ˈkəl-chə-
adverb

Examples of cultural in a Sentence

We studied our cultural heritage. There are some cultural differences between us. We attended several cultural events over the weekend. The center provides a wide range of cultural activities. The city is the cultural center of the state.
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The book was a cultural touchstone of my teen years. Lili Anolik, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024 Israel sent extra planes to bring the soccer fans home from Amsterdam, and has told Israeli fans not to attend cultural or sports events abroad this week. Freddie Clayton, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024 This isn’t just a quirk of the market but a deliberate shift designed to align with the emotional, cultural and financial rhythms of the modern consumer. Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 Arizona is one of seven swing states with an unpredictable outcome in a tight presidential race that has exposed deep cultural and gender divides on issues that include reproductive rights, immigration and the economy. Stephanie Innes, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for cultural 

Word History

First Known Use

1802, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of cultural was in 1802

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“Cultural.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cultural. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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cultural

adjective
cul·​tur·​al ˈkəlch-(ə-)rəl How to pronounce cultural (audio)
: of or relating to culture
culturally adverb

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