caryatid
The word “caryatid” has 4 syllables: car-y-a-tid
It's pronounced as /ˌkæriˈætɪd/
What is synonym and antonym for caryatid?
In the thesaurus, “caryatid” has 13 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for caryatid along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for caryatid
Meanings of caryatid
- noun
- A sculpted female figure serving as an architectural element, used as a support for entablature.
Example Sentences
- The ancient temple was supported by a single caryatid at its entrance.
- A caryatid is often sculpted to resemble a graceful female figure.
- The museum features a restored caryatid from classical Greece.
- Architects sometimes use a caryatid as a decorative column in neoclassical designs.
- The sculptor created a modern caryatid inspired by ancient traditions.
On this page you'll find 13 synonyms or another words to caryatid, such as: buttress, column, flying buttress, needle, obelisk, pedestal, pier.
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