picturesque
Picturesque (adj) means Charmingly attractive, as if it belonged in a painting. Example: “The village's picturesque harbour draws tourists all summer.”
How to use picturesque
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishPretty in a scenic, postcard-like way.
Word forms
more picturesque comparative, most picturesque superlative
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The village's _____ harbour draws tourists all summer.
Etymology
From "picture" plus "-esque", modeled on the French pittoresque, meaning "in the style of a painting".
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What does “picturesque” mean?
The word “picturesque” means charmingly attractive, as if it belonged in a painting. In plain terms, pretty in a scenic, postcard-like way.
How do you pronounce “picturesque”?
“Picturesque” is pronounced pihkt-shuh-REHSK (/ˌpɪkt͡ʃəˈɹɛsk/ in IPA).
How do you use “picturesque” in a sentence?
Here is “picturesque” used in a sentence: “The village's picturesque harbour draws tourists all summer.”
What is another word for “picturesque”?
Words with a similar meaning to “picturesque” include quaint and scenic.
What part of speech is “picturesque”?
“Picturesque” is an adjective.
Where does the word “picturesque” come from?
The word “picturesque” comes from French. From "picture" plus "-esque", modeled on the French pittoresque, meaning "in the style of a painting".
Is “picturesque” a common word?
“Picturesque” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.