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

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
All rooms are open-format and comfortably luxurious in their decor—think warm, sculptural wood, king-sized beds with crisp linens, and roomy bathrooms that offer more views from the shower. Lauren Sloss, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026 Even the building itself—redesigned by Snøhetta—is a sculptural marvel. Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026 Plates, vases, and sculptural objects replaced prints and murals, designed to exist in use rather than on display. Okla Jones, Essence, 21 Jan. 2026 Raw surfaces and sculptural forms emphasize craft over polish, reinforcing the notion of interiors as living environments that evolve over time rather than static, finished objects. Fanny Guénon Des Mesnards, Architectural Digest, 21 Jan. 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

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Sculptural.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sculptural. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!