statuesque

adjective

stat·​u·​esque ˌsta-chə-ˈwesk 

: resembling a statue especially in dignity, shapeliness, or stillness

especially : having a tall and shapely form

a statuesque actress

statuesquely adverb

Examples of statuesque in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And despite her background, the Norwegian people found much to like about this statuesque blond woman with striking eyes and a ready smile, a down-to-earth manner and an undisguised love for Haakon. — Jan M. Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026

Posing next to co-star Sandra Bullock, the Australian star looked statuesque in a strapless column dress that was completely covered in icy mint sequins, which looked like scales. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026

Styled by Marc Desir, the Olympian looked statuesque in an over-the-top champagne gown at the 2026 ESPYs in New York City on Wednesday, July 15. — Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 16 July 2026

The verdant grounds feature aged olive trees and statuesque palm trees. — Katie Sweeney, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for statuesque

• burlesque
• grotesque
• arabesque
• picaresque
• romanesque
• carnivalesque
• desk

Kids Definition

statuesque

adjective

stat·​u·​esque ˌstach-ə-ˈwesk 

: resembling a statue especially in size, gracefulness, or beauty

especially : tall and attractive

a statuesque actress