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islamique

Islamic

adjective ees-lah-MEEK Rare

Usage Note

Islamique is an adjective describing things relating to Islam — its institutions, law, or civilisation: art islamique (Islamic art), droit islamique (Islamic law). It is distinct from islamiste (Islamist), which carries a political connotation. French style guides recommend islamique for cultural and religious reference and islamiste only when referring to political movements that seek to impose Islamic law.

Examples

"L'architecture islamique est très élaborée."

Natural Translation

Islamic architecture is very elaborate.

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