What does Aesthetic mean?
Other definitions of Aesthetic:
- While this term may refer to the philosophy concerned with beauty, a more modern interpretation involves the classification of different senses of styles in different fashions and art, which has grown on the internet via social media.
- The philosophical theory or set of principles governing the idea of beauty at a given time and place.
- Guidelines adopted by influencers to communicate common traits within different subgroups of fashion and art.
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How to use the term
Aesthetic:
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I like the aesthetics of this piece. Really complements the whole collection.
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This jacket rides the line between the Cabincore and Adventurecore aesthetics.
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It's pleasing how this is arranged in an aesthetic way.
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I'm really big on Instagram within the Goth aesthetic.
Video related to Aesthetic
References:
Aesthetics: Crash Course Philosophy #31, Crash Course, YouTube
- A Miscellaneous that mentions "Aesthetic."
The team at Crash Course on YouTube explains the philosophy of aesthetics.
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List of Aesthetics, Aesthetics Wiki
- A Website that mentions "Aesthetic."
This wiki list catalogs many of the known aesthetics that may be found online via social media. Each link has a brief description and example images.
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LFG
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FK
An abbreviated or sanitized form of the notorious "F word."
KKY
A shortening of the word "kinky," often used in text messaging and the online realm.
MM
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Pause
An interjection used to clarify that a preceding statement isn't meant to imply anything inappropriate or suggestive.
Ratchet
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Send It
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WAG
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Trap
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DGY
A shorthand slang acronym meaning 'Damn Girl, Yes', expressing enthusiastic approval or admiration of someone's style, attitude, or achievements.


