ARTISTIC Synonyms: 9 Similar and Opposite Words

artistic

adjective

är-ˈti-stik

Definition of artistic

as in cultural

of or relating to the fine arts funding for artistic endeavors is crucial if the city is to survive and prosper

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Recent Examples of artistic Through Taro’s eyes, the film takes in the cultural and artistic milieu around her in 1930s Paris, and in particular the community of émigrés from Eastern and Central Europe. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026 Installed in 2019 and described by Shapiro as a vivid ode to action and risk, the 24-foot piece will be relocated by a foundation managing his artistic legacy. — Jesse Bedayn, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026 Drawing attention to the musical talents that have come out of Georgia, this exhibit brings two artistic mediums together. — Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 1 Sep. 2026 Early critics argued that these tools were a mere gimmick, incapable of true artistic utility or nuance. — Coco Mao, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for artistic

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cultural

Adjective

What’s more, Reid and Sherrell said, condescension from medical providers over cultural beliefs or practices can be a death knell for public health.

— Cara Kelly, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
Walking in the Footsteps of the Haiku Master Walk Japan offers a range of walks and has been leading small groups since 1992, on trips that are deeply cultural and, to varying degrees, challenging.

— Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

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