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US/esˈθet.ɪ.kəl.i/
UK/iːsˈθet.ɪ.kəl.i/
in a way that relates to beauty or to how something looks
In context
The new library is aesthetically pleasing, with large windows and warm wooden floors.
The bridge works well, but aesthetically it does not fit the old town.
She arranged the shelves aesthetically, grouping books by the color of their covers.
Words that go with aesthetically
adverb + adjective
- aesthetically pleasingThe garden is aesthetically pleasing in every season.
- aesthetically appealingThe packaging is aesthetically appealing to young buyers.
- aesthetically attractiveThey wanted an aesthetically attractive building, not just a cheap one.
- aesthetically satisfyingThe pattern is simple and aesthetically satisfying.
- aesthetically drivenHer aesthetically driven designs sold out within a week.
- aesthetically designedThe phone is aesthetically designed but hard to hold.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The room is aesthetic decorated.Correct: The room is aesthetically decorated.