provençal

/prɒvɪnˈsɑːl/ or /prʊvɛnˈsɑːl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to Provence, a region in southeastern France, or characteristic of its culture and cuisine

“The restaurant served provençal dishes such as ratatouille and bouillabaisse.”

2. noun

a person from Provence, or a style of French painting and architecture from the 18th century

“The artist’s provençal landscapes were highly regarded by critics.”

Synonyms

  • countryside
  • garrigue
  • rustic
  • southern

Antonyms

  • northern
  • urban