esthetics

/ɛsˈθɛtɪks/
noun
  1. The branch of philosophy that deals with the nature of beauty, art, and taste, and with the creation and appreciation of beauty.
    • In her art class, she studied esthetics and learned why certain paintings are considered beautiful.
    • The designer's work is influenced by Japanese esthetics, which value simplicity and natural materials.
    • Esthetics helps us understand why we find some music moving and other music unpleasant.
  2. A set of principles or ideas about what is beautiful or artistically pleasing, especially in a particular field or culture.
    • The modern esthetics of the building feature clean lines and lots of glass.
    • The company's product design follows a minimalist esthetics that appeals to young consumers.
    • Different cultures have different esthetics when it comes to garden design.
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