variants
or less commonly scenical
ˈsē-ni-kəl 
also ˈse-
1
: of or relating to the stage, a stage setting, or stage representation
2
: of or relating to natural scenery
a scenic view
3
: representing an action, event, or episode
a scenic bas-relief
Examples of scenic in a Sentence
the scenic beauty of the countryside
Our hotel had a scenic view of the lake.
The country around here is very scenic.
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The trail will wind along the scenic Alta Vicente Trail, concluding at the historic Point Vicente Lighthouse.
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Margaux Lushing, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
The scenic mountain trails are best for beginner and intermediate skiers, as the more challenging runs are short.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Nov. 2024
See Our Guide 04 of 20 Middleburg Middleburg exudes a timeless charm, enchanting visitors with its scenic vineyards, rolling hills, and an abundance of green spaces in the heart of Virginia’s wine and horse country.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2024
The production’s creative team will feature Derek McLane (scenic design), Dede Ayite (costume design), Natasha Katz (lighting design), Justin Ellington (sound design), Mia Neal (hair and wig design), and Claire Warden (intimacy director).
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2024
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Margaux Lushing, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
The scenic mountain trails are best for beginner and intermediate skiers, as the more challenging runs are short.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Nov. 2024
See Our Guide 04 of 20 Middleburg Middleburg exudes a timeless charm, enchanting visitors with its scenic vineyards, rolling hills, and an abundance of green spaces in the heart of Virginia’s wine and horse country.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2024
The production’s creative team will feature Derek McLane (scenic design), Dede Ayite (costume design), Natasha Katz (lighting design), Justin Ellington (sound design), Mia Neal (hair and wig design), and Claire Warden (intimacy director).
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2024
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“Scenic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scenic. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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scenic
adjective
sce·nic
ˈsē-nik
1
: of or relating to stage scenery
2
: of or relating to natural scenery
a scenic route
3
: representing an action or event in pictured form
scenic wallpaper
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