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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Some couples might want to renew their vows on a trip together, and can find a local officiant to perform the service at a scenic spot.
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Shelby Wax, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2025
Photo : Ian Alexander Nelson/Jump Visuals There are scenic vistas at every turn.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 Mar. 2025
Several cars also have outdoor viewing platforms for a breath of fresh air amid the scenic views.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2025
Douro Valley, Portugal The Douro Valley, along the scenic Douro River, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is filled with terraces lined with grapevines cultivated for centuries to produce renowned wines, especially Port.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
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Shelby Wax, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2025
Photo : Ian Alexander Nelson/Jump Visuals There are scenic vistas at every turn.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 18 Mar. 2025
Several cars also have outdoor viewing platforms for a breath of fresh air amid the scenic views.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2025
Douro Valley, Portugal The Douro Valley, along the scenic Douro River, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is filled with terraces lined with grapevines cultivated for centuries to produce renowned wines, especially Port.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for scenic
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“Scenic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scenic. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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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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