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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Kidman posed with co-star Sandra Bullock, who wowed in a leopard print Givenchy gown with a thigh-high slit framed by a sculptural bow. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026 This coffee table designed by Athena Calderone commands attention with its sculptural block design and almost five-inch-thick travertine top. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026 Some are rethinking proportions altogether with lower waists and sculptural shapes. Minty Mellon, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026 Pink shirt + white pants Last but not least, a classy-chic outfit that plays with sculptural volumes. Emma Bocchi, Glamour, 21 Aug. 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 27 Aug. 2026.

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