picturesque
/pɪktʃəˈɹɛsk/
Meanings
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adjective
Having the appearance of a pretty or attractive picture; pleasing to look at.
- "The village was picturesque with its thatched roofs and winding streets."
- "The artist captured the picturesque beauty of the landscape in his painting."
Pronunciation
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/pɪktʃəˈɹɛsk/
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Synonyms
quaint , scenic
Rhymes
Words rhyming with picturesquepique , mique , vique
Variants
List of all variants of picturesque that leads to same resultpicturesque , picturesquely , picturesqueness , picturesquenesses
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).picturesquely, more picturesque, most picturesque
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From picture + -esque, resembling, resembling the appearance of.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The term 'picturesque' was popularized in the 18th and 19th centuries as part of the Romantic movement in literature and art.
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The term 'picturesque' comes from the Latin word 'pictura', meaning 'picture'.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Scenic: Related to beautiful or attractive landscapes or views.
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Idyllic: Describing a place or situation that is perfect and ideal.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.The term 'picturesque' has been used extensively in literature, art, and travel writing to describe scenes, places, or objects that are visually appealing and charming.
How to Memorize "picturesque"
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visualize
- Imagine a scene from a postcard or a painting that is picturesque.
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associate
- Associate the word 'picturesque' with the idea of a beautiful, charming scene.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'Picturesque Places Please Excite' to remember the meaning.
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