Classics

8 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Works of art or literature of acknowledged excellence. The study of ancient Greek and Roman culture. Plural of classic.

“She studied classics at Oxford, focusing on ancient philosophy.”

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Contains 'class' with '-ics' ending; double 's'

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Worth 12 points; good word with common letter patterns

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