sculptural

adjective

sculp·​tur·​al ˈskəlp-chə-rəl How to pronounce sculptural (audio)
ˈskəlp-shrəl
1
: of or relating to sculpture
2
: resembling sculpture : sculpturesque
sculpturally adverb

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Jontay Kahm—a rising Plains Cree designer—brought the drama with his sculptural creations. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 11 May 2026 The 2026 Met Gala spotlighted this rise, with Ashi Studio’s sculptural couture worn by high-profile guests, symbolizing the Kingdom’s growing creative influence. Fmg Studios, Footwear News, 10 May 2026 One of Kahn’s sculptural lamps and a large-scale tapestry appear early on in the film in the Tribeca loft of Lily, Andy Sachs’s (Anne Hathaway) best friend who has apparently had a successful career in art after being introduced as a gallery assistant in the first film. José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 8 May 2026 Her sculptural face is framed by a crown of fabric wrapped around her head and is dripping with jewels. Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for sculptural

Word History

First Known Use

1796, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sculptural was in 1796

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“Sculptural.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sculptural. Accessed 14 May. 2026.

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