architectural

[ ahr-ki-tek-cher-uhl ]

adjective

1. of or relating to architecture:

   architectural metals.

2. conforming to the basic principles of architecture.
3. having the qualities of architecture; characteristic of architecture; structural; architectonic.

Other Word Forms

• archi·tectur·al·ly adverb
• nonar·chi·tectur·al adjective
• nonar·chi·tectur·al·ly adverb
• semi·archi·tectur·al adjective
• semi·archi·tectur·al·ly adverb
• unar·chi·tectur·al adjective
• unar·chi·tectur·al·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of architectural¹

First recorded in 1755–65; architecture + -al ¹

Example Sentences

"It is a recognition not only of his architectural work but something more important," he said, according to AFP news agency.

From BBC

Mothersbaugh’s artwork is created within its own work of architectural infamy, the headquarters of Mutato Muzika, the iconic round, neon green building on the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood that houses his production studio.

From Los Angeles Times

Kroenke, with the help of global architectural firm Gensler, plans to submit initial plans to Los Angeles city officials within the coming weeks, and informing the public is part of that process.

From Los Angeles Times

Even if such massive reconstruction takes place, it is hard to imagine Khartoum retaining its distinct cultural and architectural features.

From BBC

Dr Emily So, a professor of architectural engineering at the University of Cambridge, noted that older buildings can and have been strengthened, such as in California, western Canada and New Zealand.

From BBC