Parisian

American  

[puh-rizh-uhn, -ree-zhuhn, -riz-ee-uhn] / pəˈrɪʒ ən, -ˈri ʒən, -ˈrɪz i ən /

noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Paris, France.

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adjective

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of Paris, France.

Other Word Forms

• Parisianly adverb
• non-Parisian adjective

Etymology

Origin of Parisian

From the French word parisien, dating back to 1520–30. See Paris, -ian

Example Sentences

"The lives of Parisians over the next six years are at stake."

From Barron's

"The race right now looks tight," he added, with many Parisians demanding change, but also a tendency to vote for the left in recent elections.

From Barron's

Returning to the Metropolitan Opera this month, the Italian classic uses the lilting three-beat form as a unifying element in its tragic drama of a woman’s struggle with Parisian polite society.

From The Wall Street Journal

But the fact remains that in general Parisians appreciate the change and thank the existing team.

From BBC

As I wrote in a guide about neighborhood, the restaurant embodies the Parisian way of dining: guests linger over wine and good conversation.

From Los Angeles Times