cultural

adjective

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

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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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Lebanese tape culture was a one-way mirror, reflecting the cultural imports pouring in while nothing produced at home was allowed to leave. — Shy Clara Thompson, Pitchfork, 23 Oct. 2026 The ethically messy experiment lasted less than a week, but the volunteer guards’ rapid tumble into cruelty and aggression has endured in our cultural imagination. — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2026 As the company looks toward its next chapter, its leaders hope the theater remains a training ground for working artists and a cultural anchor for Hapeville. — La'tasha Givens, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026 Several dictionaries also partake in the annual tradition of choosing a single word to represent the cultural moment. — New York Times, 22 Oct. 2026 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 28 Oct. 2026.

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cultural

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