Arcadian

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noun

Ar·​ca·​di·​an är-ˈkā-dē-ən How to pronounce Arcadian (audio)
Synonyms of Arcadiannext
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often arcadian : a person who lives a simple quiet life
2
: a native or inhabitant of Arcadia
3
: the dialect of ancient Greek used in Arcadia

arcadian

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adjective

ar·​ca·​di·​an är-ˈkā-dē-ən How to pronounce arcadian (audio)
variants often Arcadian
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a
: of or relating to Arcadia or the Arcadians
b
: of or relating to Arcadian
2
: idyllically pastoral
especially : idyllically innocent, simple, or untroubled

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Adjective the painter is well-known for depictions of mute, slightly mysterious figures in arcadian settings
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The actress is best known for her roles in 2023's Saltburn, 2023's Little Bone Lodge and 2024's Arcadian. — Jordana Comiter, People.com, 18 July 2025 The Arcadian, two eight-story buildings on the northeast corner of Sistrunk and Seventh Avenue, calls for 480 apartments with restaurants and shops on the ground floor. — Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 16 June 2025
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Surely, the Weston could rest on this arcadian glamour alone. — Hilary Cadigan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 May 2026 His film credits include This Too Shall Pass, Arcadian and Joe Bell. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for Arcadian

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1573, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

1565, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of Arcadian was in 1565

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“Arcadian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Arcadian. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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