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
Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
In harmony with the aesthetic, each piece is crafted from innovative, lightweight materials.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026
Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Poison Ruïn’s medieval aesthetic has always suggested a grandeur that was missing from their most elemental work, and their embrace of a bigger sound feels like a breakthrough.
—Brad Sanders, Pitchfork, 6 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
On her hands, Roberts also rocked a short black manicure, the ultimate nod to the cool girl aesthetic.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
In harmony with the aesthetic, each piece is crafted from innovative, lightweight materials.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026
Noun
Lopes Lara has a low-key aesthetic.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Poison Ruïn’s medieval aesthetic has always suggested a grandeur that was missing from their most elemental work, and their embrace of a bigger sound feels like a breakthrough.
—Brad Sanders, Pitchfork, 6 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aesthetic
Adjective
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The home run was a beautiful swing down in the zone.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Expect glitzy bars and eateries, often with tray ceilings that light up in beautiful hues at nightfall.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Invictus Games are a Paralympic-style competition for wounded and recovering service members and veterans from around the world.—
Helen Murphy,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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Your graceful style helps people open up, while clear boundaries stop you from overgiving to keep the peace.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The era of the concert hall was at hand, and the same qualities that had made the mandolin attractive at home now put it at a disadvantage.—
Tim Parks,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2026
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Do leave enough of the shoots in bloom to keep attractive plants.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The heightened approach comes as UC Davis prepares to host its 112th Picnic Day, featuring more than 200 activities on campus.—
Madisen Keavy,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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This approach keeps you comfortable while maintaining a polished, cohesive look.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Expect a lovely weather day with a blend of sunshine and clouds.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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On my two-week-plus sail, the dinnertime quality varied despite lovely presentations.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Founded by Julie Schott, a serial founder who’s also behind the pimple-patch brand Starface, Julie brought a Gen Z sensibility to the emergency contraception category.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
13 Apr. 2026
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With her social media savvy and PR sensibilities at play, Moon wanted to create an experience that would be extra comfortable … and, of course, memorable.—
Rebecca Leib,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Charles Melton is effortlessly handsome while out and about in the Big Apple on April 15.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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The museum’s Rodins now line a grassy area between one of two handsome exterior staircases and a green fence along Wilshire.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Army’s policy at the time of the crash mandated that its helicopters fly without that system on to conceal their locations, although the helicopter involved in this crash was on a training flight, not a sensitive mission.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Malone says a gas collection and control system runs $4 to 6 million.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Aesthetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aesthetic. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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