(Old Testament) in Judeo-Christian mythology; the first man and the husband of Eve and the progenitor of the human race
"Adam was expelled from the Garden of Eden after eating the forbidden fruit."
Scottish architect who designed many public buildings in England and Scotland (1728-1792)
"Adam's elegant neoclassical designs transformed numerous public buildings across England and Scotland during the 18th century."
The first man and the progenitor of the human race.
"Adam was created by God as the first man on Earth."
The name Adam comes directly into English through Old and Middle English forms derived from the Latin version of its Greek origin. It ultimately traces back to Biblical Hebrew words for "earth" or "man," reflecting the belief that humans were formed from red soil.