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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Spring’s many texture interventions—fringe, fuzz, and frothy lace—bring movement to clothes, while collected treasures (in the form of heirloom pendant necklaces and sculptural jewelry) add depth to top the looks off. Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2025 The star kept the spider motif going with a sculptural sheer black lace collar behind her head. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 31 Dec. 2025 The white-terrazzo bar is topped with three 18-foot verdigris sculptural palms, while velvet booths are encased in their own domes, reminiscent of shells. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2025 Use antiques to anchor your room and then mix in modern touches with bold fabrics, mid-century lighting, and sculptural accessories. Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025 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 4 Jan. 2026.

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