cosmetic
Pronunciation: [kɒzˈmɛtɪk]
Word
Context: "beauty"
(noun) a product that you apply to your face or body to make you look nicer. People use cosmetics like makeup to enhance their appearance.
Example
She applied some lipstick and blush as part of her cosmetics routine before the party.
Example
He decided not to wear any cosmetics today, so his face looks very natural.
Example
What cosmetics do you usually wear when you go out?
Context: "appearance"
(adjective) related to appearance or beauty, especially in a way that is meant to improve how something looks. It often refers to things that may not change the real value but make something look better.
Example
The new paint on the fence is purely cosmetic; it makes the yard look nicer without fixing any damage.
Example
They made cosmetic changes to the plan, but the problems were still there.
Example
Are the improvements to the building cosmetic or do they change how it works?
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