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attic

Beginner (A1)

IPA: /ˈætɪk/

KK: /ˈætɪk/

adjective
Definition

Not applicable as 'attic' is not an adjective; it refers to a space or room at the top of a building, often used for storage.


Example

The old house had a dusty attic filled with forgotten treasures.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever visited that attic museum downtown?
Sloth B
Yeah, I went last summer! It was really interesting.
Sloth A
I loved how they showcased the attic artifacts from ancient times.
Sloth B
Exactly! It felt like stepping back into history.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
classical
elegant
refined
Antonyms
common
vulgar
ordinary
noun
Definition

A space or room located directly under the roof of a building, often used for storage or as a living area.


Example

We turned the attic into a cozy reading nook.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever checked out the attic in your house?
Sloth B
No, I haven't been up there in years!
Sloth A
You should! I found some old toys and books in my attic last week.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Attic → The word 'attic' originates from the Latin 'atticus', meaning 'of Attica', which refers to the region surrounding Athens in Greece. The term was used to describe a style of architecture that was characteristic of that area, particularly the upper story of a building.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'Attica' region in Greece, known for its distinctive architectural style, to remember that an 'attic' refers to the upper space in a building.

Visually Confused Words
hattic
upattic
lattice
atretic
atactic
astatic
aptotic
vatic
Is this page helpful?
That sounds cool! I bet there are some hidden treasures up there.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
loft
garret
crawlspace
Antonyms
basement
cellar
groundfloor