单词 | cosmetic |
释义 | cosmetic —cosmetic /kɒzˈmet.ɪk/ aep /kɑːzˈmet̬-/ adjective DISAPPROVING (NOT REAL) ► F0 describes changes, etc. that are intended to make you believe that something is better when, really, the problem has not been solved: » They were offered a few cosmetic improvements to their working conditions, but nothing of significance.→ SYNONYM SUPERFICIAL(Cf. ↑superficial) (FALSE APPEARANCE)Thesaurus+: ↑Faking and pretendingcosmetically /-ɪ.kəl.i/ adverbThesaurus+: ↑Faking and pretending adjective [before noun] (IMPROVING) ► F0 refers to substances or treatments that are intended to improve your appearance: » a cosmetic creamThesaurus+: ↑Make-up and skin carecosmetically /-ɪ.kəl.i/ adverbThesaurus+: ↑Faking and pretending noun cosmetics [plural]► F0 substances that you put on your face or body that are intended to improve your appearance: » We sell a wide range of cosmetics and toiletries at a very reasonable price.Thesaurus+: ↑Make-up and skin care |
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