aesthetically

Or es·thet·i·cal·ly

[es-thet-ik-lee, ees-]

adverb

1. according to aesthetics or its principles.

2. in an aesthetic manner.

Other Word Forms

• pseudoaesthetically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of aesthetically¹

First recorded in 1820–30; aesthetical + -ly

Example Sentences

"Things that work, dramatically and aesthetically, in the heightened reality of animation don't always translate to live action," he says.

From BBC

But at least that family’s wealth provides an aesthetically pleasing background.

From Salon

But it could provide a more aesthetically pleasing, and structurally sound, finishing layer to them, for example.

From BBC

So they hired him, which is why there’s a similar detailing going on in ‘Star Wars’ aesthetically and this one.”

From Salon

If framed travel photos or ceramic wall hangings are aesthetically pleasing or stylish, they can function as decor.

From Los Angeles Times