Italianate
/ˌɪt.əl.jəˈneɪt/noun
Made in the style of Italy or influenced by Italian art, architecture, or culture.
Did you know?Italianate entered English in the 16th–17th centuries as a style-word for things made to look Italian, especially in art and architecture, not as a native English creation.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
Italicus
“of Italy; Italian”
Late Latin
Latin
Italia
“Italy”
Early Modern English
English
Italianate
“Italian in style or manner; especially used of architecture, music, or art”
Modern English
English
Italianate
“Having the characteristics or style associated with Italy”