variants
also esthetic
or aesthetical
or esthetical
as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at
an aesthetic arrangement of the floral decorations
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as in style
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Recent Examples of aesthetic
Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 6 Nov. 2025
In the unit dedicated to grandchildren, Rosita encouraged a more playful aesthetic.
—Laura May Todd, Architectural Digest, 6 Nov. 2025
Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
The film’s neo-Noir aesthetic plays out over the whole clip, Eva’s face in a taxi crossed by city lights and shadows.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 29 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
Anyone vaguely near the aesthetic gets christened it by fans, including Bassvictim, who were always funnier and more creative than the other modern electroclash revivalists.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 6 Nov. 2025
In the unit dedicated to grandchildren, Rosita encouraged a more playful aesthetic.
—Laura May Todd, Architectural Digest, 6 Nov. 2025
Noun
Now that the line has debuted posthumously, its crisp, black-and-white details—inspired by her own home—honor the classic aesthetic she’ll be remembered for.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
The film’s neo-Noir aesthetic plays out over the whole clip, Eva’s face in a taxi crossed by city lights and shadows.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aesthetic
Adjective
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His son is in the beginning, messy, beautiful process of becoming.—
Mirin Fader,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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There’s also a lot going on in the personal lives of the folks at 51, the biggest being Boden’s wedding, which — despite a glitch with Herrmann’s offer to hold the event at his church — winds up being a beautiful affair.—
Will Harris,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Meanwhile, the David Lynch–style tension built by Will’s arrival just kind of fizzles.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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This take on tiramisu has all the flavors of a coconut cream pie but in the classic no-bake dessert style.—
Amanda Holstein,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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To make sure there’s sufficient demand among bond investors, Treasury yields must remain attractive relative to the competition.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
10 Jan. 2026
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Home to the world’s largest oil reserves, the country is an attractive long-term opportunity for Big Oil, but companies are cautious about investing in the short term due to uncertainty around security and the rule of law.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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This approach simplifies adoption for premium smartphone brands.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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Aesthetics may also be influencing the approach to the work triangle.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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At night, reach for a latte loaded with adaptogens, passionflower and hops (an herbal sleep blend), and magnesium glycinate, ideal for longer, lovelier rest.—
Andrea Strong,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Jan. 2026
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Jeannine’s Jeannine’s is a longtime Santa Barbara favorite, and the At the Shore location features a lovely menu and a charming outdoor patio that feels more like a European cafe than a California brunch spot.—
Chantelle Kincy,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Known for his spare, unforgiving style and darkly comic fatalistic sensibility, along with his penchant for leather jackets, lots of smoking and a deadpan sense of humor, Tarr was a quintessential arthouse filmmaker.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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Thomson’s extensive résumé of Highland Park mansions introduced refined design sensibilities to Dallas, and he is hailed as a master of a variety of architectural styles.—
Sasha Richie,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Her husband, Laurent (Arnaud Binard), has shown up unexpectedly in Rome to find his wife in the arms of handsome Italian film director Giancarlo (Raoul Bova).—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
6 Jan. 2026
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Outlander is based on Diana Gabaldon's best-selling book series of the same name about the epic love story between an English World War II nurse who travels back in time to 18th-century Scotland and meets a handsome Highlander.—
Jillian Sederholm,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Park thanked residents across the city for donating and offering help without condition, as well as the volunteers, first responders, workers, faith groups, nonprofits and businesses that stepped in to fill the gaps before government systems could catch up.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Driving through deep water can also negatively affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Aesthetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aesthetic. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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