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/ˈklæsɪk/
adjectivenoun

Classic meaning: an enduring example of excellence; CLASSIC scores 11 points in Scrabble and has no recorded anagrams.

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Adjective 4 meanings

  1. Of or relating to the first class or rank, especially in literature or art.

  2. Exemplary of a particular style; defining a class or category; typical; archetypical; epitomic.

    “He has a classic case of narcissism.”

  3. Exhibiting timeless quality and excellence.

    “"To Kill a Mockingbird" is a 1960 classic book by Harper Lee.”

  4. Characteristic of or from the past; old; retro; vintage.

    “watching classic movies as a hobby”

Noun 4 meanings

  1. A perfect and/or early example of a particular style.

  2. An artistic work of lasting worth, such as a film or song; a work of enduring excellence.

  3. The author of such a work.

  4. A major, long-standing sporting event.

Definitions: Wiktionary (CC BY-SA) via Kaikki/Wiktextract

Where it comes from

Etymology

From French classique, from Latin classic(us) (“relating to the classes of Roman citizenry, especially the highest”), from classis. By surface analysis, class + -ic. Piecewise doublet of classy.

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Classic can describe an influential work, a lasting example of a style, its creator, or a long-running sporting event. The word is familiar, but its letter pattern is less ordinary: CLASSIC has two Cs and two Ss, yet no recorded anagrams. Its nearby word options and rhymes offer a clearer route when you are solving a board or checking a play.

CLASSIC at a glance

  • CLASSIC is seven letters long and scores 11 points before any board bonuses.
  • The word has no recorded anagrams.
  • CLASSIS and CLASTIC are its two one-letter neighbours.
  • Twelve listed rhymes share its final sound, including MUSIC and BASIC.

What does classic mean?

Classic means a work or example regarded as enduringly excellent, or as an early model of a particular style. It can also name the creator of such a work or a major, long-standing sporting event. A classic film, for instance, has lasting artistic value; a classic event has a history that keeps it prominent.

In Scrabble, the two Cs contribute six points together, while the other five tiles contribute one point each, making CLASSIC worth 11. That modest total comes from a useful mix of common low-value tiles and two valuable Cs. A premium square under either C changes the play’s value, so check the board before spending the word.

Which words are closest to CLASSIC?

CLASSIS and CLASTIC are the only listed words one letter away from CLASSIC. CLASSIS changes the final C to S; CLASTIC keeps the opening letters but adds T before the ending. Both are less familiar than CLASSIC, so confirm either in your game’s word list before playing.

The rhymes share CLASSIC’s final sound, written here as -sic. MUSIC and BASIC are the everyday examples; FORENSIC, INTRINSIC, and JURASSIC also match. The range is striking: some are short and familiar, while others belong to technical or scientific vocabulary.

For the classic meaning, focus on lasting influence or excellence rather than simply age. The word’s definition covers a work, a person, and an established sporting event, so the surrounding sentence tells you which sense applies.

Rhymes with classic

All rhymes
  • MUSIC9
  • BASIC9
  • FORENSIC13
  • JURASSIC17
  • INTRINSIC11
  • TRIASSIC10
  • ANALGESIC12
  • EXTRINSIC18
  • PHYSIC16
  • GEODESIC12
  • CELLULOSIC14
  • VIRTUOSIC14

One letter away

Change one letter, keep the rest
  • CLASSIS9
  • CLASTIC11

Questions people ask

Does CLASSIC have any anagrams?
No recorded anagrams use the same letters as CLASSIC. Its seven tiles include two Cs and two Ss, but the remaining letters do not form another entry in the anagram list. For related plays, CLASSIS and CLASTIC are one-letter neighbours, not anagrams.
How many Scrabble points is CLASSIC worth?
CLASSIC is worth 11 points before board bonuses. Each C is worth three points, and its A, L, I, and two Ss are worth one point apiece. A double- or triple-letter square under a C raises the total, so count the square before calculating the full play.
What words rhyme with CLASSIC?
MUSIC and BASIC are familiar rhymes for CLASSIC. Other matching words include FORENSIC, JURASSIC, INTRINSIC, and TRIASSIC. These words share the final -sic sound, although their spellings and meanings differ; the longer examples include scientific and technical terms.

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