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variants also esthetic or aesthetical or esthetical

aesthetic

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noun

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Recent Examples of aesthetic
Adjective
The animations during battle are not entirely fluid but slightly violent and jerky; this seems like an aesthetic choice to bring out the chaos and violence, not a tech limitation. Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 5 Mar. 2025 Shakespearean characters, rendered in a stark aesthetic, appear in vignettes throughout the Park Avenue Armory’s Wade Thompson Drill Hall, outfitted with a fleet of black SUVs parked throughout the hazy space. Kristen Tauer, WWD, 5 Mar. 2025
Noun
The visual aesthetic of this cycle, from the album cover, to your press photos and the fashion to the tour poster, has all be really cohesive and striking. Katie Bain, Billboard, 7 Mar. 2025 But beyond its aesthetics, ROK is also an unintentional ode to culinary fusion— where Jamaica’s bold flavors effortlessly merge with global influences. Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for aesthetic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aesthetic
Adjective
  • The potential for cuts in Medicaid, the joint federal-state program that helps lower income people obtain health care, is a particularly attractive target for Democrats.
    David Lightman, Sacramento Bee, 4 Mar. 2025
  • And Malik Nabers is an attractive No. 1 receiver target.
    Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 4 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • History shows that artists and styles that defied convention often reshaped culture.
    Seth Yudof, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2025
  • Traditionally, style guides dictate which necklace styles pair best with different dress necklines and hairstyles.
    Tiana Randall, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Grande’s elegant look this evening stayed true to the spirit of her red-carpet style this awards season.
    Christian Allaire, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
  • When only the most polished versions will do, look for an elegant almond-shape toe, a slight Cuban-style heel, and a high shine—like this take from Berluti, with a two-tone treatment of black and petrol blue.
    Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 2 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • But one policy approach emerged as most critical: a reduction in the total amount of global plastic production.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
  • Incremental improvements and innovative approaches are both still possible.
    Tim Stevens, Ars Technica, 3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The Timeless Brilliance environment showcased exquisite diamond jewels from the collection of heritage gem and jewelry dealer Ernst Färber, which was founded in Munich in 1692.
    Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
  • The Red Room establishes an impressive, grand introduction to the store, and is gracefully merchandised with footwear on exquisite circular onyx tables.
    David Moin, WWD, 3 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Their budget sensibility, eccentricity, and tendency to grow a cult following have not only given the films long life, but inspired generations of modern filmmakers and fans.
    The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 26 Feb. 2025
  • The six-piece collection comes after the festive sweets brand and Y2K-favorite designer collaborated in 2024 on a collection that married stylish sensibility with sweet taste.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 24 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • The unprecedented assault cuts off all communication systems and digital devices for a full minute, causing chaos, a significant loss of life, and the ominous threat of another impending strike.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
  • During his tenure, City Hall launched an online child care application system known as MyCity and dramatically reduced copays for the lowest income families.
    Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 4 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Facial taping is a noninvasive technique for smoothing wrinkles and fine lines on the face.
    Carrie Madormo, RN, Health, 4 Mar. 2025
  • The key to these impressive advancements lies in a range of training techniques that help AI models achieve remarkable performance.
    Dhivya Nagasubramanian, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025

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“Aesthetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aesthetic. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.

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