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
Jamie Fischer, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
Reviewers note that the faux leather leans itself to midcentury-modern aesthetics and that the design is slim enough to fit under a majority of desks.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 10 July 2025
Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 11 July 2025
However, if your patio or backyard lacks a certain aesthetic appeal, consider giving it a revamp with a new set of outdoor furniture.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 11 July 2025
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Adjective
If the antique aesthetic isn’t your thing, don’t worry—there’s a lot more where that came from.
—Jamie Fischer, Southern Living, 11 July 2025
Reviewers note that the faux leather leans itself to midcentury-modern aesthetics and that the design is slim enough to fit under a majority of desks.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 10 July 2025
Noun
Aster speaks of the specific class and racial resentments that simmer beneath the surface in a state with small red towns, a land of stark aesthetic beauty and equally stark political divides.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 11 July 2025
However, if your patio or backyard lacks a certain aesthetic appeal, consider giving it a revamp with a new set of outdoor furniture.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aesthetic
Adjective
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Don’t miss these insights from CNBC PRO Berkshire Hathaway is underperforming after Buffett's exit news, now trails the S&P 500 This is one of the most attractive opportunities for income, Vanguard says.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
25 July 2025
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Research analyzing millions of profiles reveals that both men and women often pursue partners who are estimated to be about 25% more attractive than themselves, despite these advances yielding fewer responses.—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Per our testers, this shoe excels in both comfort and style.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
26 July 2025
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Three examples of Louisville bathroom renovations showcase various styles and upgrades. Design choices include bold wallpapers, mixed metals, and custom tile work.—
Lennie Omalza,
The Courier-Journal,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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The King of Umbria Red Wines Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG is another wine for people who love elegant tannins and a richly fruity taste.—
Elisabetta Tosi,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Rooks looked like an elegant bride in a long classy strapless gown with her hair pulled back.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
24 July 2025
Noun
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Cora certainly understands this process as the deadline approaches and what Boston is capable of if chief baseball officer Craig Breslow can add reinforcements.—
Tim Crowley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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Advertisement This methodical approach to murder highlights the cult’s cold precision and the extent of their fanaticism.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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Where a few queens overdo the assignment, Daya’s duct-tape gown reminded that her bad-girl aesthetic still comes channeled through Daya’s exquisite taste.—
Chris Feil,
Vulture,
11 July 2025
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Edmund is particularly exquisite in bringing to life the layered history of a location, transporting readers through the eyes of the famous who might have stared at the same monument.—
Michael T. Luongo
July 11,
Literary Hub,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Memoir Nation: Weekly Inspiration for Writers is an extension of the Memoir Nation community hosted by Brooke Warner and Grant Faulkner, two friends and colleagues who bring a community-minded sensibility to the writing journey.—
Memoir Nation
July 21,
Literary Hub,
21 July 2025
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Cultured European country with high percentage of English speakers Nestled along Europe’s North Sea coast, The Netherlands offers an incredible geographic location for European travel and a solid Continental sensibility.—
William P. Barrett,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
Noun
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Even when throwing on multiple attackers to salvage matches late on, Wiegman has always had a clear system.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
26 July 2025
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The suit alleged, among other things, that the company had deliberately gamed the federal student aid system.—
Chris Quintana,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
Noun
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Both ice creams start with the same classic technique: gently heating milk and cream, tempering in the egg yolks, and cooking until the custard thickens.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 July 2025
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And once the technique was shown to work in laboratory studies and field trials in Australia and Indonesia, the World Mosquito Program was ready to attempt it at a grander scale.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
26 July 2025
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“Aesthetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aesthetic. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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