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

Examples of sculptural in a Sentence

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This spherical one checks the boxes for getting that soft, sculptural effect. Erika Owen, Vogue, 1 July 2026 Its sculptural form is inspired by the ripple created by a three-point shot, a subtle reference to her signature. Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Now is the time to pick up Colin King’s sculptural metal baskets. Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026 Rather than interrupting the matching set with a neutral shoe, Waterhouse kept the python going and let the sculptural heel distinguish the pair. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sculptural

Word History

First Known Use

1796, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 2 Jul. 2026.

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