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aes·thet·ic [or] es·thet·ic
 aesthetic [or] esthetic
- pronunciation:
- es
the
tihk
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
of or relating to beauty of form in works of art, including literature, dance, music, and the like.
Her aesthetic sensibility was offended by the gaudy decor of the banquet hall.Each culture has its own aesthetic tradition.- similar words:
- artistic, attractive, beauteous, beautiful, elegant, exquisite, graceful, handsome, lovely, tasteful
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| definition 2: |
of or relating to the criticism of art.
aesthetic theories- similar words:
- artistic, cultural
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noun |
| definition: |
an aesthetic theory, system, or point of view.
As a painter, he did not conform to a particular aesthetic.- similar words:
- principle, school, system, theory
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| derivations: |
aesthetically (adv.), esthetically (adv.) |
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