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cosmetically

/kɒzˈmet.ɪ.kəl.i/

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adverb

/kɒzˈmet.ɪ.kəl.i/B2formal
  • ruНаречие, означающее «способом, относящимся к косметике или косметическим процедурам» или «поверхностным образом, улучшающим внешний вид без решения основных проблем». Используется как в контексте косметических средств, так и в переносном смысле для описания изменений на поверхностном уровне.

An adverb meaning "in a way that relates to cosmetics or beauty treatments" or "in a superficial manner that improves appearance without addressing underlying issues." It is used both in the context of beauty products and figuratively to describe surface-level changes.

  1. In terms of appearanceB2formal

    Relating to the improvement or treatment of the appearance, especially of the skin, hair, or face.

    ruКосметически

    • The product is designed to improve the skin cosmetically.
    • She had the procedure done cosmetically, not for medical reasons.
    • Cosmetically, the new packaging looks much more modern.

    Synonymsaestheticallyexternallysuperficiallyvisually

  2. SuperficiallyC1formal

    In a way that affects only the surface or outward appearance, without addressing deeper issues.

    ruПоверхностно

    • The changes were only cosmetically different; the core problem remained.
    • Cosmetically, the house looked perfect, but the foundation was cracked.
    • They fixed the error cosmetically, but the underlying logic was still flawed.

    Synonymsapparentlyoutwardlysuperficially

Forms
  • more cosmetically comparative form
  • most cosmetically superlative form