sculptural

adjective

sculp·​tur·​al ˈskəlp-chə-rəl 

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

The pieces also follow the designers’ evolution from the straightforward blacks to use of color to increasingly sculptural shapes. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026

There have been diaphanous silhouettes, sculptural bodices, and romantic flourishes courtesy of Rodarte, Patrick McDowell, and Vivienne Westwood, often tempered by the slightly rebellious beauty choices that have become something of her signature. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2026

At the Stella McCartney fall-winter 2026 show, models wore wide-leg jeans with sculptural tops and cozy knits. — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 8 Oct. 2026

At the center sits an expansive salon with a large dining table, a sunken lounge, and a sculptural staircase leading to the owner’s deck. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1796, in the meaning defined at sense 1