bucolic
Say it: byoo-KOL-ik /bjuːˈkɒlɪk/ · adjective
What “bucolic” means
Showing the peaceful, pleasant side of country life.
More precisely: Relating to the pleasant, peaceful side of country life.
Example: “They swapped the city for a bucolic village with one pub and no signal.”
When to use it
For idyllic countryside scenes or rural life, usually with an appreciative, slightly literary tone.
Similar words
pastoral, rustic, idyllic
Where it comes from
Greek boukolos, 'herdsman'.
Quick check
Sheep graze beside a village orchard while a farmer rests in the sunshine. How would you describe this scene?
bucolic or industrial?
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bucolic
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