aesthetically

or es·thet·i·cal·ly

[ es-thet-ik-leeor, especially British, ees- ]

adverb

1. according to aesthetics or its principles.
2. in an aesthetic manner.

Other Words From

• pseudo·aes·theti·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of aesthetically¹

First recorded in 1820–30; aesthetical + -ly

Example Sentences

The film became a Hollywood classic and is preserved in the US Library of Congress's National Film Registry as culturally, historically and aesthetically important.

From BBC

“The general gist of saying everything is worse, is dangerous — it’s not true. But aesthetically, things have gotten worse,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

He aims to design aesthetically pleasing stands that musicians can use to display their guitars with pride.

From Los Angeles Times

In watching Tarell soldier on while he creates, learning what his art should be as he wrestles with the gift of compassion, we come to understand what’s so aesthetically resounding in life’s gnawing incompleteness.

From Los Angeles Times

With packaging printed with bright colors and trendy fonts, these drinks are designed to pop on the shelves and on your social media feed — a subtle health flex for the aesthetically conscious and sober-inclined.

From Los Angeles Times