colonial
Translation
colonial
Examples
The country has a rich colonial history.
The country has a rich colonial history.
They admired the colonial architecture of the old city.
They admired the colonial architecture of the old city.
Grammar Patterns
((colonial)) + noun relating to a colony They studied colonial history.
Similar Words
Synonyms: imperial, provincial; Antonyms: independent
Etymology
From Latin 'colonia' (settlement). The suffix '-al' forms an adjective meaning 'relating to'.
Memory Tips
Think of things 'relating to a colony,' like colonial architecture or colonial rule.