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What is another word for Castalian?

Pronunciation: [kastˈe͡ɪli͡ən] (IPA)

Castalian is a rare word that refers to anything related to or pertaining to the Castalian Spring, which is a famous spring found in the city of Delphi in Greece. As such, there are not many synonyms for the word. However, we might use words such as Delphic to describe something that is esoteric or mysterious, just like the oracle of Delphi was for ancient Greeks. Other terms that could be used to describe something that is history-laden or carries significant cultural or artistic value could include classical, archaic, venerable, or storied. In short, Castalian can be seen as a word that denotes richness and depth of meaning.
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Usage examples for Castalian

For this reason Calhoun decided that Morgan should cross the river in between Hartsville and Castalian Springs, and assault from the west.
"Raiding with Morgan"
Byron A. Dunn
There was a ferry two miles below Hartsville where the infantry could cross the river, but the cavalry would have to go to a ford seven miles or within two miles of Castalian Springs.
"Raiding with Morgan"
Byron A. Dunn
The mighty Castalian fleet had been annihilated with great loss of life, while the conquerors had not lost a man and had scarcely interrupted their breakfast in order to secure this crushing triumph.
"Captain Jinks, Hero"
Ernest Crosby

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