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Synonyms & Similar Words
landscape
view
vista
panorama
prospect
outlook
surroundings
environment
backdrop
setting
atmosphere
ambiance
decor
background
terrain
topography
geography
countryside
wilderness
nature
scenery
picturesqueness
beauty
attractiveness
charm
prettiness
loveliness
gorgeousness
resplendence
splendor
magnificence
grandeur
majesty
wonder
awe
spectacle
sight
display
exhibition
show
pageant
tableau
Meaning of Scenery
The primary meaning of the word "scenery" refers to the natural features of a landscape or the painted or artificial features of a theater set.
Definitions
- The natural features of a landscape, including physical elements such as landforms, water bodies, and vegetation.
- * The painted or artificial features of a theater set, including backdrops, props, and special effects.
Etymology of Scenery
The word "scenery" has its roots in the 17th-century term "scene", which referred to a stage setting or a picturesque view.
The term "scenery" itself emerged in the 18th century, initially referring to the painted backdrops and settings used in theater productions.
Over time, the word's meaning expanded to encompass natural landscapes and vistas, as well as the artificial environments created for film, television, and other forms of entertainment.
Example Uses
- The scenery in the movie was breathtaking, with stunning vistas of mountains and oceans.
- * The theater's scenery department worked tirelessly to create an immersive and realistic set for the play.
- * The scenic route took us through some of the most beautiful countryside in the region.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
ugliness
unattractiveness
eyesore
blight
eyesore
desolation
barrenness
bleakness
dullness
monotony
uniformity
sameness
drabness
dreariness
gloominess
squalor
shabbiness
dilapidation
neglect
decay
ruin
desecration
pollution
degradation