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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This striking 230-footer wants to be a sculptural beauty on the seas. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 19 Mar. 2026 The rooms The Cape’s 159 rooms, suites, and villas share a sleek Baja aesthetic with concrete, wood textures, and somewhat masculine neutrals paired with sculptural lighting and elements. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Mar. 2026 Bottega Veneta’s sculptural silver earrings add a final, conversation-starting flourish. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026 The sculptural creation hung from her neck like a necklace, before curving over her chest. Meg Walters, InStyle, 16 Mar. 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 24 Mar. 2026.

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