acropolitan

[ˌæk.rɒˈpɒlɪtæn]

Definitions

1. noun

A person who lives in a city or a town; a resident of a city or urban area.

“The acropolis of Athens is a popular tourist destination, but most visitors are acropolitan Athenians themselves.”

2. noun

A city dweller, especially in contrast to a country dweller or a rural inhabitant.

“The politician’s focus on urban issues made her more appealing to acropolis voters.”

Synonyms

  • city dweller
  • urbanite

Antonyms

  • ruralite