stylistically
/staɪˈlɪs.tɪ.kli/ IELTSAcademic
adverb
In a way that relates to style, especially the look, writing, design, or manner of something. It describes how something is done or presented, not its basic meaning.
- The two films are stylistically very different.
- She revised the essay stylistically.
- Stylistically, the poem feels modern.
Adinary Nuance
Stylistically is about style, not quality or importance. Use it when comparing the look, tone, or method of something. It is closer to 'in terms of style' than to words like 'beautifully', 'creatively', or 'artistically'.
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- về phong cách
- Spanish
- estilísticamente
- Chinese
- 在风格上
- Japanese
- 文体的に
- Korean
- 문체적으로
Etymology
Stylistically comes from stylistic, from style, which entered English through French and Latin. The adverb form developed in modern English to describe manner or artistic style.
Common phrases
stylistically similarstylistically differentstylistically speakingstylistically sound
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
- Is stylistically formal or informal?
- It is fairly formal and often appears in writing, reviews, and academic discussion.
- What is the difference between stylistically and artistically?
- Stylistically means 'in style or manner'; artistically means 'in an artistic way'.
- Can I use stylistically in essays?
- Yes. It is common in essays when comparing writing, art, or film style.