scenic

adjective sce·nic \ ˈsē-nik also ˈse- \

variants: or less commonly scenical play \-ni-kəl\

Updated on: 11 Apr 2018

Definition of scenic

1 : of or relating to the stage, a stage setting, or stage representation

2 : of or relating to natural scenery

a scenic view

3 : representing an action, event, or episode

a scenic bas-relief

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scenically

play \ˈsē-ni-k(ə-)lē also ˈse-\ adverb

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Examples of scenic in a Sentence

the scenic beauty of the countryside
Our hotel had a scenic view of the lake.
The country around here is very scenic.

Recent Examples of scenic from the Web

This scenic course through Napa and Sonoma’s most beautiful vineyards perfectly mixes the two.

— leslie green, SELF, "Vacation Racing Might Seem Miserable, But Hear Me Out," 8 Apr. 2018
Each sentence is a miniature world: deep, rich and packed with scenic views.

— mary carole mccauley, baltimoresun.com, "Ahead of Baltimore talk, author Meg Wolitzer discusses writing about women in the #MeToo era," 6 Apr. 2018
Data from the vehicle's software air bag module suggests the car had stopped at the scenic highway outcrop overlooking the cliff and then accelerated off the road, Baarts said.

— eric levenson, CNN, "Officials trace the Hart family's final moves before fatal cliff crash," 4 Apr. 2018
The large footprints, described in a paper in the Scottish Journal of Geology, were discovered near a scenic headland known as Brothers’ Point.

— brigit katz, Smithsonian, "50 Rare Dinosaur Footprints Found on Scottish Island," 3 Apr. 2018
There’s no river roaring across the NVA stage, but scenic designer Christopher Scott Murillo’s movable, earth-toned panels capture a feel of sheer canyon walls, complemented by Sarah Schwartz’s lighting.

— james hebert, sandiegouniontribune.com, "'Men on Boats' a wild and surprising ride at New Village Arts," 2 Apr. 2018
The course has scenic views, considerable topography and the Rouge River in play on eight of the 18 holes, according to the report.

— katrease stafford, Detroit Free Press, "What's the future of Detroit's golf courses? City eyes massive repairs," 2 Apr. 2018
While a trip to Savannah may mean spending a few extra bucks, the scenic city is still considered one of the top travel destinations in the country.

— atlanta life, ajc, "One of America’s most expensive tourist destinations is right here in Georgia," 29 Mar. 2018
The location of this hotel—in and around an ancient Augustinian monastery in the scenic Malá Strana district, between soaring Prague Castle and the calm Vltava River—is its best selling point.

— alice newell-hanson, Condé Nast Traveler, "19 Hotels That Used to Be Churches, Temples, and More," 29 Mar. 2018

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Definition of scenic for English Language Learners

: having, providing, or relating to a pleasing or beautiful view of natural scenery (such as mountains, hills, valleys, etc.)

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adjective sce·nic \ ˈsē-nik \

Definition of scenic for Students

1 : having views of pleasant natural features

We took a scenic drive in the country.

2 : relating to stage scenery

scenic design

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