picturesque
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Resembling or worthy of a picture or painting; having the qualities of a picture or painting; pleasingly beautiful.
Adjective
Examples
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
Strikingly graphic or vivid; having striking and vivid imagery.
Adjective
Examples
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).
Common questions
What does “picturesque” mean?
Resembling or worthy of a picture or painting; having the qualities of a picture or painting; pleasingly beautiful.
Is “picturesque” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.