Definition
Definition of Gothic - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
literaturerelating to dark, mysterious literature with grotesque themes
- She loves reading Gothic novels with eerie and haunted themes..
2.
architectureTECH. relating to the style of architecture from the late Middle AgesTECH.
- The cathedral is famous for its Gothic arches..
Noun
1.
architectureTECH. style of architecture with pointed archesTECH.
- The cathedral is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.
2.
languagethe extinct language of the ancient Goths
- Gothic was spoken by the Goths in ancient times.
3.
literatureRare novel featuring dark, mysterious, supernatural elementsRare
- She enjoys reading Gothic novels with dark themes.
Images of Gothic

style of architecture with pointed arches
Expressions with Gothic
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story with mysterious and eerie events
The novel is a classic Gothic romance with haunted castles.
related to a modern version of Gothic style
The cathedral features neo-Gothic spires.
arch with a pointed top
The cathedral features a stunning Gothic arch.
medieval style with pointed arches and ribbed vaults
Notre-Dame Cathedral is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.
style of architecture inspired by medieval Gothic
The church was built in the Gothic revival architecture style.
style of writing depicting grotesque themes in the American South
Her novel is a classic example of Southern Gothic with its eerie characters..
Gothic style in 14th-15th century England
The cathedral features English-Gothic elements like fan vaulting.
19th-century movement in architecture inspired by medieval Gothic
The Gothic Revival style is evident in the church's pointed arches and detailed facades..
Origin of Gothic
Latin, Gothi (Goths)
Terms with Gothic included in their meaning
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architecture
Gothic church in London for royal ceremonies
architecture
arch with a pointed apex, common in Gothic architecture
architecture
style of English-Gothic architecture with half-timbered houses
architecture
related to English Gothic architectural style
architecture
style of architecture combining Romanesque and Gothic
architecture
relating to the French Gothic style of architecture
architecture
Gothic style with vertical lines
typography
gothic typeface used in early printed books
architecture
decorative element in Gothic architecture
Gothic architecture
instrument for obtaining drawings from Gothic mouldings
abr: Gothic
written in the language or style of the Goths
architecture
sharp pointed arch often seen in Gothic buildings
architecture
tall narrow window with pointed arch typical in Gothic architecture
architecture
famous Gothic cathedral in Paris
architecture
pointed arch or rib in Gothic architecture
architecture
Gothic architecture with vertical lines and fan vaulting
architecture
ornamental stone or wood bars in Gothic windows
literature
american writer and poet famous for gothic stories
French city
city in France known for its Gothic cathedral
architecture
style of architecture inspired by medieval Gothic
architecture
architectural style inspired by medieval Gothic forms
architecture
Gothic style in 14th-15th century England
architecture
Gothic style in 14th and 15th century England
architecture art
make something have features of Gothic style
Examples of Gothic in a sentence
His Gothic writing style captivated many readers. The museum features Gothic architecture. They studied the Gothic style in their art history class. Gothic is often studied in art history courses. Many Gothic structures are found throughout Europe. Gothic is studied by linguists interested in ancient languages.
The manuscript was written in Gothic. Gothic often features mysterious castles and supernatural events. The library has a vast collection of Gothic.
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- French:gothique, ...
- German:gotisch, gotische Architektur, ...
- Italian:gotico, ...
- Spanish:gótico, novela gótica, ...
- Portuguese:gótico, romance gótico, ...
- Chinese:哥特文学的, 哥特式, ...
- Japanese:ゴシック文学, ゴシック建築, ...
- Arabic:قَوْطِيّ, الطِراز الغُوثِي, ...
- Hebrew:גוֹתִי, גוֹתִיקָה, ...
- Russian:готическая литература, Готика, ...
- Ukrainian:готичний, готика, ...
- Hindi:गॉथिक साहित्य, गॉथिक, ...
Definition of gothic - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
youth scenesubculture known for dark fashion and music
- He identifies with the gothic and often wears black clothes.
Adjective
dark styleassociated with dark, mysterious, antiquated elements
- Her taste in clothing is distinctly gothic..
Origin of gothic
Latin, Gothi (Goths)
Examples of gothic in a sentence
She loves the gothic for its unique style. The mansion had a gothic architecture. She decorated her room in a gothic style.
View all translations of gothic
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- French:gothique, ...
- German:Gothic, gotisch, ...
- Italian:gotico, oscuro, ...
- Spanish:gótico, ...
- Portuguese:gótico, ...
- Chinese:哥特, 哥特式, ...
- Japanese:ゴシック, ダークスタイル, ...
- Arabic:القوطي, قَوْطِي, ...
- Hebrew:תַּרְבּוּת הַגוֹתִיק, גוֹתִי, ...
- Russian:готика, готический, ...
- Ukrainian:готика, готичний, ...
- Hindi:गॉथिक, अंधकारमय, ...
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