Picturesquely: meaning, definitions and examples
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picturesquely
[ ˈpɪk.tʃər.ɛs.bli ]
descriptive language
Picturesquely is an adverb that describes something in a way that is visually attractive or charming, often evoking a sense of beauty or delight. It is used to characterize scenes, landscapes, or descriptions that stir the imagination. The term suggests that the subject vividly resembles a picture or painting, inviting appreciation and admiration. It is frequently employed in literary contexts to enhance the imagery of a description.
Synonyms
artistically, charmingly, visually.
Examples of usage
- The village was picturesquely nestled in the mountains.
- She described the sunset picturesquely as a canvas of vibrant hues.
- The garden was arranged picturesquely, attracting many visitors.
Translations
Translations of the word "picturesquely" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pitoresc
🇮🇳 चित्रात्मक
🇩🇪 malerisch
🇮🇩 indah
🇺🇦 живописно
🇵🇱 malowniczo
🇯🇵 絵のように
🇫🇷 pittoresque
🇪🇸 pintorescamente
🇹🇷 ressam gibi
🇰🇷 그림처럼
🇸🇦 بِصورةٍ مَلَفِتةٍ
🇨🇿 malebně
🇸🇰 malebne
🇨🇳 如画地
🇸🇮 pitoreskno
🇮🇸 málverkslega
🇰🇿 кескіндеме
🇬🇪 სურათული
🇦🇿 gözəl
🇲🇽 pintorescamente
Etymology
The word 'picturesquely' has its origins in the early 19th century, derived from the term ‘picturesque’, which itself comes from the Italian word ‘pittoresco’. The root of 'picturesque' means ‘like a picture’, and was popularized in English through the Romanticism movement, particularly in relation to art and landscape appreciation. Initially, it was used to describe landscapes that resembled paintings, particularly those that were charming or picturesque. The adverb form, ‘picturesquely’, evolved to describe actions or instances where something is presented beautifully and attractively, highlighting a quality of visual appeal. This term has been consistently used in literature and art criticism to denote a sense of beauty and aesthetic pleasure.