statuesque

adjective

Definition of statuesquenext
as in beautiful
having a tall and pleasing form like that of a statue a statuesque young woman His statuesque physique makes him a natural for modeling.

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Recent Examples of statuesque Styled by Marc Desir, the Olympian looked statuesque in an over-the-top champagne gown at the 2026 ESPYs in New York City on Wednesday, July 15. — Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 16 July 2026 The verdant grounds feature aged olive trees and statuesque palm trees. — Katie Sweeney, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 The brightly colored stalk of larkspur blooms will always draw attention in the garden, and true to their aesthetic, these statuesque flowers are associated with gracefulness and positivity. — Jenny Krane, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026 The statuesque star wore a red bra top with a thong bottom, posing for a mirror selfie video and photos. — Sarah Sotoodeh, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for statuesque
Recent Examples of Synonyms for statuesque
  1. beautiful
  2. handsome
  3. gorgeous
  4. lovely
  5. superb
  6. stunning
  7. elegant
  8. attractive
Adjective
  • After Pittsburgh failed to score during nearly 4½ straight minutes of power-play time early in the second, Gauthier beat Silovs with a beautiful no-look shot for his first goal.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 Nov. 2026
  • Mayor Matt Mahan told the crowd that the flower is the perfect symbol for a city with a beautiful past and a bright future.
    — John Ramos, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of beautiful
Adjective
  • The sectional version of contributor Lila Allen’s Kipton sofa has a handsome discount totalling 25% off during the brand’s current furniture sale (20% off orders of $2,000 or more, and 25% off orders of $5,000 or more).
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Both lead to Green-Wood's surprisingly handsome resident arborist, Adam Chervinsky.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of handsome
Adjective
  • As the house lights dimmed and the din of French gossip died down, we were treated to a gorgeous flute solo that surprisingly transformed into a beatbox performance, by a 15-year-old.
    — Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Many imbued the air with the gorgeous, heavy scent of citrus blossoms.
    — Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of gorgeous
Adjective
  • This also had a boat trip included, a lovely way to cool off after a day walking Barcelona’s lanes.
    — Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026
  • This rigid, eye-catching collar makes a lovely focal point over plunging necklines and high-collar dresses alike.
    — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of lovely
Adjective
  • Those hiding from family this Thanksgiving can take solace in a cornucopia of superb TV offerings.
    — David Faris, TheWeek, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Throughout, there’s a lingering sadness, which is properly explored in a superb episode made up of a trifecta of flashbacks, and his dour constitution still pairs perfectly with Helen’s reassuring nature.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of superb
Adjective
  • The vote was a stunning upset victory for American democracy.
    — James D. Zirin, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Woven through the movie are hundreds of photographs that were shot by Richard Avedon, and there’s no question that the images are stunning, but the way the movie layers them into your consciousness is nearly musical in its finesse.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of stunning
Adjective
  • The result feels less like a reinvention and more like a continuation—a thoughtful, elegant bridge between old and new.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
  • But a mysterious man, an eccentric boss, and an otherworldly, elegant hotel lead to a resolution.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of elegant
Adjective
  • With shares well above their October lows, Cramer cautioned that further gains will depend on sustained execution rather than an attractive valuation alone.
    — Alexa LoMonaco, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Incorporating open shelves in the kitchen helped maximize storage while enabling the designer to showcase more of the home’s attractive chink log siding.
    — Sallie Lewis, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of attractive

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“Statuesque.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/statuesque. Accessed 10 Nov. 2026.

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