cosmetic in Spanish

cosmetic in Spanish is cosmético, superficial, afeite — cosmetic means relating to improving or enhancing appearance, especially of the skin or face.

cosmetic in Spanish

cosmético

adj

External or superficial; pertaining only to the surface or appearance of something.

superficial

adj

External or superficial; pertaining only to the surface or appearance of something.

cosmético

noun

Any substances applied to enhance the external color or texture of the skin, e.g. lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner; makeup.

afeite

noun

Any substances applied to enhance the external color or texture of the skin, e.g. lipstick, eyeshadow, eyeliner; makeup.

What does "cosmetic" mean?

adj Relating to improving or enhancing appearance, especially of the skin or face.
"She had cosmetic surgery to reshape her nose."
adj Affecting only surface appearance rather than anything substantial.
"The company's changes were purely cosmetic — the underlying problems remained."
noun A product used to enhance or beautify skin, such as lipstick or foundation.
"Her makeup bag was full of half-used cosmetics."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

cosmetic in a sentence

She had cosmetic surgery to reshape her nose.
The company's changes were purely cosmetic — the underlying problems remained.
Her makeup bag was full of half-used cosmetics.

Similar words in Spanish

makeup superficial

Common Spanish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "cosmetic" in Spanish?

"cosmetic" in Spanish is cosmético, superficial, afeite. cosmetic means: Relating to improving or enhancing appearance, especially of the skin or face.

How do you use "cosmetic" in a sentence?

Example: "She had cosmetic surgery to reshape her nose." In Spanish, "cosmetic" is cosmético, superficial, afeite.

Are there other ways to say "cosmetic" in Spanish?

Yes — Spanish has 3 translations listed for "cosmetic": cosmético, superficial, afeite.

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