variants
also esthetic
or aesthetical
or esthetical
as in attractive
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
Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Yet, like the rest of the aesthetic, the mainstreaming of raw dairy relies on consumers forgetting our history—in this case, a history in which kids got sick from raw milk.
— Made By History, Time, 29 Apr. 2025
Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2025
Housed in a former grain and seed warehouse owned by the Hoyos family for generations, the hotel retains its historic bones while embracing a daring, contemporary aesthetic.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Light should be considered part of a strategic employee well-being and energy management plan, not simply an aesthetic design choice.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Yet, like the rest of the aesthetic, the mainstreaming of raw dairy relies on consumers forgetting our history—in this case, a history in which kids got sick from raw milk.
— Made By History, Time, 29 Apr. 2025
Noun
Kelly said the deli will have an approachable, friendly atmosphere while maintaining an upscale, modern aesthetic.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 29 Apr. 2025
Housed in a former grain and seed warehouse owned by the Hoyos family for generations, the hotel retains its historic bones while embracing a daring, contemporary aesthetic.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aesthetic
Adjective
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Additionally, the passing by defencemen from deep in the zone is more effective because there is often more than one attractive passing option.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Though plants are deciduous, attractive exfoliating bark adds interest and texture through the winter months.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
Noun
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The first thing Marathon asks players to do is choose a Runner, each with their own distinct abilities and gameplay styles.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2025
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If slouchy styles aren’t your thing, this Everlane jacket is the perfect trench for you.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Some people prefer more minimal styles and want a midi dress that’s simple and elegant and easy to accessorize.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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The food, elegant and plated with conviction, has shades of both French and Italian influences, and the wine list is among the best in the Queen City.—
Timothy DePeugh,
Charlotte Observer,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Shifting financial burdens to states is a general theme of the document, an approach that will ultimately hit the poorest states hardest, even though these had very high percentages of Trump voters.—
John Timmer,
ArsTechnica,
2 May 2025
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While a streamlined approach to the extraction shooter genre from the studio behind Halo and Destiny sounds like a recipe for casual and hardcore gamer gold, the execution leaves all the hype behind.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Rod is yet another exquisite entry on his résumé of ultraentitled, deeply insecure men.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
2 May 2025
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On Mother’s Day, mom can enjoy limited-time menu items including an exquisite chuyu tataki to start, featuring sushi-grade tuna with a Quechua curry crust, paired with a fresh mango and avocado salad and drizzled with a coconut-aji vinaigrette ($34).—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2025
Noun
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But whereas Lee and Singleton set a number of films in their home towns, Oakland appears as more of a sensibility than a place in Coogler’s work.—
Jelani Cobb,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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Pottery Barn Scallop Throw $59 Pottery Barn Teen The casual scalloped detailing woven into the Pottery Barn Teen throw gives it a darling sensibility.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Who’s going to play their own system and try to get more comfortable, get more wins and sacrifice your body for your teammates?—
Cory Lavalette,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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However, this essential skill remains largely absent from our educational systems and the narrative at large.—
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar,
Time,
3 May 2025
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Why Sponge Painting Should Stay In The Past Even when paired with modern elements, Gruver says that the technique demands too much attention from the eye.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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The technique seen in the clergyman also hasn’t been reported in scientific literature before, Nerlich added.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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“Aesthetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aesthetic. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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