How to Use picturesque in a Sentence

picturesque

adjective
Definition of picturesquenext
Synonyms for picturesquenext
  • The view of the mountains was very picturesque.
  • Nature is the star of this tranquil and picturesque ride.
    — Essence, 2 Nov. 2023
  • Enjoy scenic east-facing views and glimpses of the picturesque bay in the distance.
    — Monica Lander, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2024
  • The flames turned the picturesque seaside town into rubble in a few short hours on Aug. 8.
    — CBS News, 3 Sep. 2023
  • The actress shared a selfie in front of the picturesque Virgin River scenery.
    — Katie Bowlby, Country Living, 13 May 2023
  • It's connected to the beach via a boardwalk over picturesque Clam Pass.
    — Kara Franker, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2023
  • Here, his picturesque lefty jumper is the main attraction.
    — Sam Cohn, Baltimore Sun, 25 July 2023
  • From the picturesque landscapes of Iceland to the serene valleys of Japan, here are some of the world’s most beautiful hot springs.
    — Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Dec. 2023
  • With the Palazzo Ducale as the backdrop, this was an extremely picturesque scene.
    — Michael Aaron, Car and Driver, 9 June 2023
  • Pick-your-own apple orchards and rolling hills dot the picturesque valley.
    — Katie Strasberg Rousso, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2023
  • Each home has front-row ocean views and near-private access to Piper Beach, one of the island’s most picturesque stretches of sand.
    — Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 15 Feb. 2024
  • Once more guests arrived in town, the pair hosted a welcome dinner on the picturesque grounds of the Truett Hurst Winery in Healdsburg.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 5 Feb. 2024
  • Mid-coast Maine Fall is our favorite time to visit this picturesque region, when the pace slows and the Atlantic Ocean shimmers.
    — Pamela Wright, BostonGlobe.com, 15 Sep. 2023
  • The eight-episode series opens in picturesque America sometime in the future.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 10 Apr. 2024
  • In the pic, the group posed next to a building outside, with the snowy mountains creating a picturesque backdrop behind them.
    — Clare Fisher, Peoplemag, 5 Jan. 2024
  • Mount Mayon, known for its picturesque conical shape, is one of them.
    — Naomi Schanen, Washington Post, 12 June 2023
  • Patches of mid- to high-level clouds can produce picturesque dawns.
    — Kevin Ambrose, Washington Post, 7 May 2023
  • The concert itself took place on a helipad with the Hoover Dam as the backdrop, making for a picturesque setting.
    — Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 15 Dec. 2023
  • Sam’s picturesque houseboat, Annie’s pink kitchen − the movie practically hits you over the head with charm.
    — Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 1 Sep. 2023
  • The 57th Lucca festival will be held in the picturesque Italian medieval city Nov. 1-5.
    — Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 June 2023
  • Though the pair look like they could be placed on the cover of a J.Crew catalog, their relationship isn’t quite so picturesque.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 14 Sep. 2023
  • Post-swim, dry off with a picturesque stroll by the neighboring Charles River banks and Magazine Beach.
    — Brynn O’Connor, BostonGlobe.com, 18 July 2023
  • Johnson shared in a video message from the picturesque shores of Hawaii that the live-action film is in development over at Disney.
    — Jessica Wang, EW.com, 3 Apr. 2023
  • Wander the picturesque streets and take in the cold bay breezes from The Battery before settling in by a warm fire somewhere cozy—Charleston has those places in abundance.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2023
  • Sandy beaches, picturesque pier, scenic bike paths and endless boutique shops.
    — Clarissa Cruz, Peoplemag, 28 Apr. 2023
  • The free festival takes place April 26-28 in Georgetown's picturesque town square and features live music, parades, and a car show.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2024
  • South of the main house, a walking path crosses a picturesque meadow and leads to a gazebo amid mature specimen trees from Africa.
    — Mark David, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2023
  • Her picturesque gown was styled by her daughter Ivy Coco Maurice.
    — Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 16 Jan. 2024
  • The couple wed in a picturesque ceremony on Martha's Vineyard.
    — Adam England, Peoplemag, 3 Sep. 2023
  • Sitting on over half an acre of land, the two-story abode is nestled between the picturesque Main and Georgica Beaches.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2023

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