neo-Gothic

adjective

neo-Goth·​ic ˌnē-ō-ˈgä-thik How to pronounce neo-Gothic (audio)
: of, relating to, or constituting a revival or adaptation of the Gothic especially in literature or architecture

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The Joule The Joule (Forbes Travel Guide 4 stars) is in a former neo-Gothic bank building built in the 1920s. Jim Dobson, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison include neo-Gothic Parliament buildings in the heart of the capital city and reflect the prominent economic role Barbados played in the British Empire. Patrick Scott, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025 Sapphire Hotel Antwerp, Autograph Collection, a modern luxury hotel in the historic center that was once a patrician residence and later a bank headquarters, recognizable by the neo-Gothic turret in its facade. Nina Siegal, New York Times, 2 Jan. 2025 Photo: Sam Mellish/Getty Images The 18th century then saw a boom in neo-Gothic buildings, many of which were residences. Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2024 The event marked the beginning of construction for the neo-Gothic structure that would become a significant landmark in Washington. The Arizona Republic, 28 Sep. 2024 Funded through donations, the first architect of La Sagrada Familia, Francisco de Paula del Villar, planned for a neo-Gothic structure beginning with the crypt. Michael Y. Park, Architectural Digest, 23 Sep. 2024 The building’s neo-Gothic facade hides an ultra-modern interior with a soaring glass atrium and suspended walkways; many guest rooms circle this living room lobby, creating a cozy outdoor-but-still-indoors vibe. Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2024 Spend a little time checking out the Vaduz Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of St. Florin, a neo-Gothic church that dates back to the 19th century. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of neo-Gothic was in 1878

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“Neo-Gothic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neo-Gothic. Accessed 24 Jan. 2025.

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