Cosmetically: meaning, definitions and examples

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cosmetically

 

[ kɒzˈmɛtɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

appearance-related

Cosmetically refers to matters related to the appearance or aesthetic aspects of something, especially in terms of beauty or enhancing a surface's look. It implies a focus on superficial improvements rather than structural changes.

Synonyms

aesthetically, superficially, visually.

Examples of usage

  • The building was cosmetically renovated to appeal to buyers.
  • She applied the changes cosmetically rather than addressing the underlying issues.
  • Cosmetically, the product promises to enhance your skin's texture.

Translations

Translations of the word "cosmetically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cosmeticamente

🇮🇳 कॉस्मेटिकली

🇩🇪 kosmetisch

🇮🇩 secara kosmetik

🇺🇦 косметично

🇵🇱 kosmetycznie

🇯🇵 化粧品的に

🇫🇷 cosmétiquement

🇪🇸 cosméticamente

🇹🇷 kozmetik olarak

🇰🇷 화장품적으로

🇸🇦 تجميليًا

🇨🇿 kosmeticky

🇸🇰 kozmeticky

🇨🇳 化妆品地

🇸🇮 kozmetično

🇮🇸 fagurfræðilega

🇰🇿 косметикалық

🇬🇪 კოსმეტიკურად

🇦🇿 kosmetika baxımından

🇲🇽 cosméticamente

Etymology

The word 'cosmetically' originates from the late Middle French term 'cosmétique', derived from the Greek 'kosmētikos', which means 'skilled in adornment'. The Greek root 'kosmos' translates to 'order' or 'ornament'. The use of 'cosmetic' evolved in the late 19th century with the rise of beauty products and services aimed at enhancing personal appearance. As its usage expanded, 'cosmetically' emerged as an adverb form to describe actions or changes that pertain to beauty or aesthetics, especially in contexts where appearance is prioritized over functional or structural improvements.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,267, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.