arcadic

/ɑːrˈkædɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to Arcadia, a region in ancient Greece, especially in poetry and art, as a place of simple, rustic, and idyllic beauty

“The artist’s use of earthy colors and natural motifs was quintessentially arcadic.”

2. noun

a style of poetry characterized by simplicity, rusticity, and a focus on the beauty of nature

“The arcadic poems of the 19th century celebrated the beauty of the countryside.”

Synonyms

  • idyllic
  • pastoral
  • rustic

Antonyms

  • sophisticated
  • urban