Attican

Attican is an adjective and demonym relating to Attica, the historical region of Greece that surrounds Athens. The term is derived from Attikē in Greek and has been used in English since classical times. In modern English usage, "Attic" is the standard term for things associated with Attica; "Attican" appears mainly in scholarly or historical texts or as an alternative form in older writings.

In linguistic contexts, "Attican" may refer to the Attic dialect of Ancient Greek. However, most scholars use "Attic" to describe the language, literature, and stylistic features of classical Athens. Attican culture encompasses the art, philosophy, and political life associated with Athens during the 5th century BCE, especially the Periclean era.

Geographically, Attica is a peninsula in southeastern Greece, extending into the Aegean Sea, with Athens at its center. The region includes urban and rural areas, historic sites such as the Acropolis, and a coastline along the Saronic Gulf. In antiquity, Attica was a city-state centered on Athens and played a central role in the development of democracy and Western philosophy.

Modern usage of "Attican" is relatively rare outside academic writing. When encountered, it usually serves to describe things pertaining to Attica or its historical period, though the more common term remains "Attic" for both the region and the language or culture.