Beauty

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Beauty

Beauty (pronunciation: /ˈbjuː.ti/) is a term that refers to the aesthetic appeal or attractiveness of an individual, object, or concept. It is a quality that is often associated with harmony, balance, and pleasure, and is considered to be a fundamental aspect of human perception and appreciation.

Etymology

The term "beauty" originates from the Old French beaute, which is derived from the Latin bellus meaning "pretty, handsome". The Latin term is related to bonus meaning "good", suggesting an early connection between moral goodness and physical attractiveness.

Related Terms

  • Aesthetics: The philosophical study of beauty and taste.
  • Attractiveness: The quality of being pleasing or appealing to the senses.
  • Symmetry: A characteristic often associated with beauty, particularly in physical and natural objects.
  • Golden Ratio: A mathematical ratio often associated with aesthetic beauty in art and nature.
  • Sublime (philosophy): A concept related to beauty that refers to a greatness beyond all possibility of calculation, measurement, or imitation.

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