Esthetically

/ɛsˈθɛtɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In a way that relates to beauty, artistic principles, or sensory appreciation; according to aesthetic standards.

Etymology

From 'esthetic' + '-ally'. Adverbial form developed to describe actions or descriptions that follow aesthetic principles.

Kelly Says

When you say a room is 'esthetically pleasing,' you're admitting that your senses like it more than you can rationally justify—it's aesthetics talking, not logic!

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