nordic
adj.adj. relating to the countries in the far north of Europe, like Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. It describes the people, culture, or design from this cold region.
adj. relating to the countries of Northern Europe or their inhabitants, specifically Scandinavia, Finland, and Iceland. Often used to describe cultural, linguistic, or social models characteristic of this region.
I love the simple style of Nordic furniture.
Many economists study the Nordic model to understand how high taxes can support a strong social safety net.
The exhibition showcases Nordic landscape painting from the nineteenth century, highlighting the unique way these artists captured the cold, clear light of the subarctic summer.
From French nordique, from nord (“north”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Typically used attributively before a noun. When referring to skiing, it specifically describes styles where the heel of the boot is not fixed to the ski.
Last updated May 6, 2026