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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David Yurman jewelry is known for its timeless American luxury style that can worn for everyday use, not just special occasions, and for its signature sculptural cable motif. David Moin, Footwear News, 22 June 2026 Koulis has also created a line of sculptural furniture and objets d’art called moNO. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 22 June 2026 Blunt's dress also featured ruffled accents along the shoulders, which added to the subtle yet sophisticated drama of her sculptural sunhat. Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 18 June 2026 Our Top Picks for the Best Spoon Rests This sculptural spoon rest proves that utilitarian doesn’t have to mean boring. Mina Dragani, Architectural Digest, 18 June 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 25 Jun. 2026.

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