aesthetics
/ɛsˈθɛt.ɪks/
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
The study or philosophy of beauty.
Noun
Examples
At a glance, Thor Steinar resembles waspy American pseudo-collegiate brands like Abercrombie and Fitch, Hollister, and Aeropostale, while displaying a distinctly Nordic aesthetics.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
An artist's principles, preferences, and/or his agenda
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “aesthetics” mean?
The study or philosophy of beauty.
Is “aesthetics” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.