scenic

sce·nic (sē′nik; occas. sen′ik)

adjective

1. of the stage; dramatic; theatrical
2. relating to stage effects or stage scenery
1. having to do with natural scenery
2. having beautiful scenery; affording beautiful views
representing an action, event, etc.

Etymology: MFr scénique < L scenicus < Gr skēnikos < skēnē, scene

sce′·ni·cally adverb

modif.

Modifies a noun

splendor: A New Zealand gem of scenic splendor, arguably one of the finest sights in the world.
beauty: The scenic beauty of the Derwent Valley is hard to beat.
route: Honey's confused by the scenic route they're taking.
backdrop: The show you love; the scenic backdrop you crave â can the two really be combined?
coastline: There, he spent ten days roaming along the scenic coastline, shooting over 30 rolls of film.
grandeur: Salles films this in a documentary style that captures both the intense internal conflicts and the scenic grandeur of Latin America.

Modifying Another Word

stunningly: To the north of Fiji, lies the second major island, the stunningly scenic Vanua Levu.
wonderfully: The South coast of England has some wonderfully scenic counties and Hampshire just serves to emphasize this point.
superbly: This superbly scenic area full of blue water lagoons was actually alive with birds.
beautifully: A great place for anyone looking to spend their time off walking, climbing or just exploring a beautifully scenic area.
exceptionally: There is an exceptionally scenic coastal golf course and boat trips are available for fishing and to visit Lundy Island.
incredibly: The railroad track is the incredibly scenic Cambrian Coast line - recommended!

Used with adjective complement

visit: En route, you may visit scenic Woodstock or charming Quechee Gorge.

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