true classic

Frequency: 7.811.5 per million words

Emphasizes that a work genuinely deserves the title of classic.

classicADJECTIVE + classic

Categories:

true

Examples (10)

  • Moby Dick is a true classic of American literature.
  • Many critics agree that Casablanca is a true classic, beloved by generations.
  • The Beatles' album 'Sgt. Pepper's' is considered a true classic that changed rock music forever.
  • Only time will tell if this novel becomes a true classic.
  • To be a true classic, a work must appeal to people across different eras.
  • That old film is a true classic; I can watch it over and over again.
  • Do you think this modern painting will ever be seen as a true classic?
  • While popular now, the song lacks the timeless quality of a true classic.
  • The author's masterful storytelling is what makes this book a true classic.
  • Her debut album achieved the rare status of a true classic within her lifetime.