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
Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 June 2026
Everything about the place signals a level of unrestricted aesthetic devotion at which money seems almost an abstract annoyance.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 14 June 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Hubbard said authenticity in ingredients matters, even if the overall aesthetic of the business is intentionally modern rather than tied to one national identity.
—Kansas City Star, 31 May 2026
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Adjective
An office mandate forces an hour of aesthetic labor before the day even begins.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 June 2026
Everything about the place signals a level of unrestricted aesthetic devotion at which money seems almost an abstract annoyance.
—Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 14 June 2026
Noun
Set the scene The hotel’s polished aesthetic invites a classy, cosmopolitan crowd.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Hubbard said authenticity in ingredients matters, even if the overall aesthetic of the business is intentionally modern rather than tied to one national identity.
—Kansas City Star, 31 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aesthetic
Adjective
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Near Santiago is La Vega, the birthplace of the Dominican Carnival, and the beautiful city of Jarabacoa, famous for its mountainous landscapes, ideal for those seeking adventure and ecotourism.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Ed Balint, Canton Repository Amish country With a simplistic lifestyle, homegrown traditions and beautiful scenery, Ohio's Amish country provides a unique insight into a specific American history and heritage.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
Noun
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Chicagoans have a deep reverence for the thick, unique pizza style, and Cornell and Stevenson said visitors from the Windy City have claimed Zelda’s is the most authentic version of the pie in California.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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Get the latest fashion stories, style, and tips, handpicked for you, everyday.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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District officials believe the aging of existing farmers with no succession plans, less valuable soils in that area, and the current low prices for commodities make financial incentives more attractive and the target attainable.—
Allen Best,
Denver Post,
14 June 2026
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Income potential is equally attractive.—
ByBryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Noun
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The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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OpenAI was reportedly served with a subpoena seeking information about its approach to advertising, consumer and health data, minor and senior users and models, among other activities.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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Accessibility The Dominick is a dog-friendly property– where pups under 25 pounds are allowed for a lovely stay (for a $250 pet fee).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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The crochet eyelet design gives this set an expensive feel, and the skirt hits at a lovely spot between midi and maxi.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
10 June 2026
Noun
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The spring 2026 ready-to-wear curation marked Vitale’s first with Versace, where the couturier opted to focus on sensibility and streetwear more than anything else.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
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The director’s work has always demonstrated both sensibilities, sometimes in uneasy tension with each other.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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The flirty attentions of handsome fellow student Henry (Nate Mann) — an adult, like everyone else in the class — don’t hurt either.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
13 June 2026
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The Healys go through the everyday motions until Frankie complicates her relationship with Jo (Mickey Hanano Skinner) by catching the eye of handsome new boy Phoenix (Mario Houle).—
Charles Lewis III,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
Noun
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State licensing and local permitting have historically operated as separate systems, meaning Cal Fire could issue licenses without confirming local approval.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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Particularly when those celebrations involve more grandiose demonstrations of patriotism, or are organized by someone who doesn't share their political ideology or belief system.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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“Aesthetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aesthetic. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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