Aesthetically
/ɛsˈθɛtɪkli/
adverbIntermediate📊CommonAdverb
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Definitions
1
In a way that relates to beauty or art; pleasing in appearance.
/ɛsˈθɛtɪkli/
adverbpositiveIntermediate
Adverb
In a way that is aesthetically pleasing.
The building was aesthetically stunning.
💡 Simply: In a beautiful or artistic way.
More Examples
2
The design was aesthetically pleasing to the eye.
How It's Used
Art Criticism
"The painting was aesthetically pleasing, with its harmonious use of color and form."
Interior Design
"The room was aesthetically designed, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere."
From aesthetic + -ally. 'Aesthetic' derives from the Greek 'aisthetikos', meaning 'perceptible to the senses'.
The word's usage has increased significantly with the rise of modern design and art movements.
Memory tip
Think 'aesthetic' + 'ally' = pleasing in an artistic way.
Word Origin
LanguageGreek
Original meaning
"perceptible to the senses"
Base: aesthetic
aesthetically pleasingaesthetically designedaesthetically challenged
Common misspellings
aestheticalyestheticalyaestetically
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