Washingtonian
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- adjective
- /ˌwɔːʃɪŋˈtoʊniən/
- Her art exhibit captured the essence of the city's vibrant atmosphere, portraying various Washingtonian landmarks.
Examples
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Academic critics and political opponents argued that Washingtonian reforms and neoclassical economics, more broadly, lacked a coherent theory of growth and were bound to result in the long term.
Academic text (2000) -
The local cuisine reflects a unique blend of flavors, showcasing the Washingtonian culture of diversity.
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In keeping with Washingtonian urbanism, the interior of the building is exotic.
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No one said a word because Marshall's family was powerful, wealthy Washingtonian Democrats who had been invited to the front row of the Kennedy funeral.
Fiction book (1996) -
The expectation generated by the advent of Washingtonian reforms was not only that globalization and the "first-generation" reforms would raise economic growth rates but that they also would significantly reduce poverty and inequality.
Academic text (2000) -
Many Washingtonian politicians emphasize the importance of bipartisanship in their speeches.
Surface Forms
Morphology
Washingtonian = Washington (transparent) = Washington + ian
The adjective is transparently formed from the place name 'Washington' + '-ian' to mean 'relating to Washington, D.C.'
Etymology
Washingtonian comes from the place name Washington and the ending -ian, which means 'from' or 'of', like in librarian. So a Washingtonian thing can mean 'of Washington, D.C.' or its political culture.