Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Having a shape or form that resembles or is characteristic of sculpture: This describes something that appears as if it were carved, molded, or shaped by a sculptor, often implying strong, clear, and artistic three-dimensional form.
   • Shaped or formed by or as if by carving or molding: This refers to something that has been given a specific, often artistic, shape through a sculpting process.

Examples of Usage

• Adjective:
  • The model had sharp, sculptured cheekbones that looked like they were carved from marble.
  • The sculptured details on the cathedral's facade were incredibly intricate.
  • He admired the sculptured landscape, shaped by centuries of wind and water.

Advanced Usage

• "sculptured look": A style or appearance characterized by clean, defined lines and forms, often used in fashion, makeup, or art.

  • The makeup artist gave her a sculptured look with dramatic contouring.

• Used metaphorically: To describe something non-physical that is shaped with great care and precision.

  • The author's sculptured prose was a joy to read.

Variants and Related Words

• Sculptural (adj): Of, relating to, or resembling sculpture.

  • The building's sculptural quality made it a landmark.

• Sculpturesque (adj): Suggestive of sculpture, especially in having well-defined, statuesque form.

  • The dancer's poses were sculpturesque.

• Sculpt (verb): To create or represent by shaping a material like stone or clay.

• Sculptor (noun): An artist who creates sculptures.

Synonyms

• Carved: Cut into a shape.
• Modeled: Formed or shaped in a plastic material.
• Chiseled: Shaped with a chisel; often used for sharply defined facial features.
• Graven: Carved or sculpted (archaic or formal).

Related Phrases

• Sculptured in stone/wood/etc.: Emphasizing the material from which something is carved.
  • The altar was sculptured in the finest oak.

Related Idioms

• Sculptured from/out of [material]: Often used figuratively to describe someone or something as if made from a particular substance.
  • He looked like a hero sculptured from bronze.

Adjective

1. resembling sculpture
   • her finely modeled features
   • rendered with...vivid sculptural effect
   • the sculpturesque beauty of the athletes' bodies
2. cut into a desired shape
   • graven images
   • sculptured representations