Synonyms for cosmetic
kɒzˈmɛt ɪkcos·met·ic

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1. cosmeticadjective

   a toiletry designed to beautify the body

   Antonyms:
   functional, unaesthetic, inaesthetic

2. cosmetic, decorative, ornamentaladjective

   serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose

   "cosmetic fenders on cars"; "the buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative"

   Synonyms:
   ornamental, decorative, enhancive

   Antonyms:
   functional, unaesthetic, inaesthetic

3. cosmetic, enhanciveadjective

   serving an aesthetic purpose in beautifying the body

   "cosmetic surgery"; "enhansive makeup"

   Synonyms:
   augmentative, ornamental, decorative, enhancive

   Antonyms:
   functional, unaesthetic, inaesthetic

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1. List of paraphrases for "cosmetic":

   cosmetics, aesthetic, superficial, aesthetics

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1. Anees Chagpar:

   When patients opt for immediate reconstruction, the cosmetic results tend to be superior, as a skin-sparing procedure is performed which preserves the skin envelope and the shape for the plastic surgeons to fill, for some women, there is also the psychological advantage of never being completely flat, which is important for their body image and feeling of femininity.

2. Rita Rudner:

   I was going to have cosmetic surgery until I noticed that the doctor's office was full of portraits by Picasso.

3. Heather Hironimus:

   To me, it's not worth it to put my son's life at risk for a cosmetic procedure.

4. U. S. Government Study On The Labeling Of Children:

   The term "learning disability" has appeal because it implies a specific neurological condition for which no one can be held particularly responsible, and yet it escapes the stigma of mental retardation. There is no implication of neglect, emotional disturbance, or improper training or education, nor does it imply a lack of motivation on the part of the child. For these cosmetic reasons, it is a rather nice term to have around.

5. Siobhan Quirke:

   However, complications are increasing as fillers become one of the fastest-growing cosmetic procedures, it’s something both cosmetic patients and health professionals need to be aware of.