Esthetics Definition & Meaning

esthetics
noun
  1. (art) the branch of philosophy dealing with beauty and taste (emphasizing the evaluative criteria that are applied to art); "traditional aesthetics assumed the existence of universal and timeless criteria of artistic value"

"Esthetics" in song lyrics

See how esthetics is used in real songs:

  • "american institute of esthetics"
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  • "international organization of esthetics"
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  • "international congress of esthetics"
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Usage tips for "esthetics"

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