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calligraphical

calligraphical

8.3
Written in a beautiful, careful hand
  • adjective
  • /ˌkælɪˈɡræfɪkəl/
translation icon : caligráfico
  • Consequently, much reading and writing material is imitative and highly stylized, with written forms varying in calligraphical quality from typeset or store-bought to hand-printed on notepaper or index cards (see examples in Figure 1).

Examples

  • The ancient manuscript was beautifully illustrated with calligraphical text that conveyed a sense of history.

  • She admired the calligraphical style of the artist's work, which showcased intricate lettering.

  • The invitation to the wedding featured a calligraphical design that added an elegant touch.

Synonyms

calligraphic
vscalligraphical
1 7.5

Written in a fancy, elegant handwriting style

is the alternative adjective spelled with more letters and a longer ending

How Decorative

florid
  • Formal
3 8.6
ornate
  • Literature
26 7.0
calligraphical
8.3
stylized
11 5.9
plain
208 1.0

Surface Forms

calligraphical positive

Morphology

calligraphical = calligraphic (transparent) = calligraphy + ic + al

Formed by regular adjective derivation (calligraphy → calligraphic) with an additional adjectival suffix -al; the meaning 'relating to calligraphy' is directly predictable.

Etymology

Calligraphical comes from Greek parts calli- meaning 'beautiful' and -graphy meaning 'writing', the same root you see in autograph and graphic. So calligraphical describes writing or a style that is carefully made to look beautiful.