picturesque

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Adjective picturesque has 2 senses

picturesque - suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture; "a picturesque village"
Antonym: ugly (indirect, via beautiful)
picturesque - strikingly expressive; "a picturesque description of the rainforest"
Antonyms: colorless, colourless (indirect, via colorful)

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Picturesque

Adjective:

Sense: visually charming or scenic

Example: The small town is known for its picturesque landscapes and breathtaking views.

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Sense: visually striking or quaint in an attractive or distinctive way

Example: The picturesque cottage nestled in the countryside is the perfect getaway for city dwellers.

Noun:

Sense: a picturesque person, scene, place, or object

Example: The artist found inspiration in the picturesque by capturing the essence of natural beauty in their paintings.

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Contextual Examples:

Adverbial form: The sun set picturesquely over the horizon, filling the sky with a warm golden hue.