aesthetic

• Relatif à la beauté ou à la perception de la beauté ; qui concerne les principes de l'art et du goût.

Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty; relating to the principles of art and taste.

1. Concerned with beautyB2formalart

   Relating to the appreciation of beauty or good taste, especially in art or design.

   esthétique

   • The building's aesthetic design was praised by critics.
   • She has a very refined aesthetic sense.
   • The garden was arranged for maximum aesthetic appeal.

   Synonymesartisticbeautifulelegantrefinedstylishtasteful

2. Visually pleasingB2informal

   Having a pleasing appearance or style.

   esthétiquement agréable

   • The new phone has a sleek and modern aesthetic.
   • Her room has a minimalist aesthetic with clean lines.
   • The restaurant's aesthetic is rustic and cozy.

   Synonymesartisticattractivebeautifulelegantgorgeouslovelypleasingprettystunningtasteful

   Antonymeshideousrepulsiveuglyunattractiveunsightly

• Nom désignant l'ensemble des principes ou la branche de la philosophie qui traite de la nature de la beauté, de l'art et du goût, ou bien l'apparence visuelle et le style caractéristique d'une chose.

A noun referring to a set of principles or a branch of philosophy concerned with the nature of beauty, art, and taste, or the visual appearance of something.

1. Philosophy of beautyB2formalart

   A set of principles concerned with the nature and appreciation of beauty, especially in art.

   Esthétique (philosophie de la beauté)

   • The artist's aesthetic is heavily influenced by Japanese minimalism.
   • She studied the aesthetic of the Renaissance period.
   • The gallery's aesthetic focuses on modern abstract works.

2. Visual style or themeB1informalart

   A particular style or visual theme that defines a person, group, or movement.

   esthétique (visuelle)

   • The café has a cozy, rustic aesthetic.
   • His Instagram feed has a very clean, monochrome aesthetic.
   • The film's aesthetic combines neon lights and retro fashion.

   Synonymesappearancedesignlookstylethemevibe