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pythonic

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //ˈpaɪθənɪk//

KK: /ˈpaɪθənɪk/

adjective
Definition

Relating to or characteristic of the Python programming language, often emphasizing readability and simplicity in code.


Example

The code was written in a pythonic style, making it easy to read and understand.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you heard about this new coding style that's really pythonic?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read that it emphasizes readability and simplicity.
Sloth A
Exactly! It makes writing code so much easier to understand.
Sloth B
For sure! I think adopting a pythonic approach can really improve our projects.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
serpentine
prophetic
mystical
Antonyms
ordinary
mundane
unremarkable
Root Explanation

Pythonic → The term 'pythonic' is derived from 'Python', which refers to the Python programming language, named after the British comedy television show 'Monty Python's Flying Circus'. The suffix '-ic' (meaning pertaining to) is added to indicate a characteristic or quality. Therefore, 'pythonic' describes something that is characteristic of or related to the Python programming language.

Memory Tip

Think of the playful and creative spirit of 'Monty Python' to remember that 'pythonic' refers to qualities associated with the Python programming language.

Visually Confused Words
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phonic
polythionic
pyrrhonic
polytonic
brythonic
thionic
phonics
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