'amphitheatral' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'amphitheatrum,' where 'amphi-' meant 'around' and 'theatrum' meant 'theater.'

'amphitheatrum' transformed into the English word 'amphitheater,' and eventually became the adjective 'amphitheatral' in modern English.

Initially, it meant 'a place for viewing,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to or resembling an amphitheater.'