variants
also esthetic
or aesthetical
or esthetical
as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at
an aesthetic arrangement of the floral decorations
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in style
Related Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of aesthetic
Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 12 Jan. 2026
This is their first awards season at Loewe, and therefore, the first time the public really gets to see their aesthetic vision for formal wear—making this a hot tip for fashion obsessives.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 12 Jan. 2026
Stephen Kearse, Rolling Stone, 10 Nov. 2025
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
See All Example Sentences for aesthetic
Adjective
Her combed-through curls harked back to Marilyn Monroe’s signature blond aesthetic, but with a bit more volume at the roots.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 12 Jan. 2026
This is their first awards season at Loewe, and therefore, the first time the public really gets to see their aesthetic vision for formal wear—making this a hot tip for fashion obsessives.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
Where past Brown records had a Paul White, JPEGMAFIA, or Q-Tip to maintain a core sensibility, here there’s no real guiding principle beyond the glossy aesthetic.
—Stephen Kearse, Rolling Stone, 10 Nov. 2025
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
See All Example Sentences for aesthetic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aesthetic
Adjective
-
Mission Trails is a great place to go for a nice little hike or a beautiful little walk.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Jan. 2026
-
Pahlavi was the name of a beautiful large boulevard in Tehran under the shah.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center just unveiled Sky Garden, a new residential-style floor with eight accommodations, including an expansive two-bedroom penthouse.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
-
The classic, outfit-elevating style is perfect for year-round wear.—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
16 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
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
-
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
-
This approach simplifies adoption for premium smartphone brands.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
-
Aesthetics may also be influencing the approach to the work triangle.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
The resulting casserole comes out tender and saucy, with a light creaminess, lovely aroma and a savory richness.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
-
Originally built as a carriage road during the 1880s, the long and winding road takes you from downtown Hot Springs (just off Central Avenue at the end of Fountain Street) to a lovely picnic area and overlook featuring a historic pagoda that dates back to the early 1900s.—
Alex Schechter,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
-
Driving through deep water can also negatively affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Aesthetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aesthetic. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
