scenic — having beautiful natural scenery
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having beautiful natural scenery
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsiːnɪk/
Example Sentences
- My GPS kept suggesting the highway, but I chose the scenic route because traffic jams are more bearable with pretty views.
- The scenic overlook was so Instagram-worthy that half the tourists forgot to actually look at the real view.
- This scenic village attracts thousands of visitors every year.
scenic
ADJECTIVE[/ˈsiːnɪk/]
having beautiful natural scenery
We stopped at a scenic overlook to enjoy the mountain view.
The scenic trail attracted hikers from around the world. (🏞️ Beautiful View + 📸 Worth Seeing → Scenic)
The scenic picnic offered a panoramic view of the valley.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Scenic derives from Latin scaena, meaning 'stage' or 'scene.' Originally referring to theatrical stages in ancient drama, the term evolved to describe visually beautiful natural landscapes and views.
Breakdown
scaena (stage, scene) + -ic (adjective suffix forming descriptive adjectives).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My GPS kept suggesting the highway, but I chose the scenic route because traffic jams are more bearable with pretty views.”
“The scenic overlook was so Instagram-worthy that half the tourists forgot to actually look at the real view.”
“This scenic village attracts thousands of visitors every year.”
“We found a scenic cafe overlooking the ocean where the coffee was as beautiful as the view.”
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