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English adjective: cosmetic | |||
| 1. | cosmetic serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose | ||
| Samples | Cosmetic fenders on cars. The buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative. | ||
| Synonyms | decorative, ornamental | ||
| Similar | nonfunctional | ||
| Antonyms | functional | ||
| 2. | cosmetic serving an aesthetic purpose in beautifying the body | ||
| Samples | Cosmetic surgery. Enhansive makeup. | ||
| Synonyms | enhancive | ||
| Similar | aesthetic, aesthetical, esthetic, esthetical | ||
| Antonyms | inaesthetic, unaesthetic | ||
English noun: cosmetic | |||
| 1. | cosmetic (artifact) a toiletry designed to beautify the body | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | toilet articles, toiletry | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | depilator, depilatory, epilator, highlighter, make-up, makeup, nail enamel, nail polish, nail varnish, pencil, war paint | ||
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