scenic

adjective

sce·​nic ˈsē-nik 

 also  ˈse-

variants or less commonly scenical

ˈsē-ni-kəl 

 also  ˈse-

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

scenically

ˈsē-ni-k(ə-)lē 

 also  ˈse-

adverb

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 on the Web

The scenic Lamar Valley is open year-round and known for wolf packs, bison herds, and snowy views. —Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2025

The state and national parks, almost all of which are free to access, have nearly endless trails and scenic lookouts. —Zach Wichter, USA Today, 27 July 2025

The surrounding area is known for its many waterfalls, scenic hikes and rich cultural heritage. —Staff Author, People.com, 27 July 2025

Enjoy a picnic, scenic overlooks, running courses, pristine gardens, and wildlife viewing. —Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 26 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1623, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing scenic

• scenic railway
• the scenic route

Rhymes for scenic

• enoch
• acetylenic
• hygienic
• muscarinic
• neutropenic
• nicotinic
• unhygienic
• thrombocytopenic

Kids Definition

scenic

adjective

sce·​nic ˈsē-nik 

1

: of or relating to stage scenery

2

: of or relating to natural scenery

a scenic route

3

: representing an action or event in pictured form

scenic wallpaper