aesthetic

noun

The set of artistic motifs defining a collection of things, especially works of art; more broadly, their aura or “vibe”.

The study of art or beauty.

That which appeals to the senses.

adjective

Concerned with beauty, artistic effect, or appearance.

(rarely proscribed) Beautiful or appealing to one's sense of beauty or art.

Roots

aisthanomaiaesthet- · Greek · perceive, feel

Synonyms for aesthetic

artisticadj painterlyadj artyadj

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