cosmetic

//kɒzˈmɛtɪk//
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Adjective

cosmeticCanonical form
1

Relating to treatment intended to improve a person's appearance.

She decided to have cosmetic surgery to improve her appearance.

2

Affecting only the appearance of something rather than its substance; superficial.

The changes to the policy were purely cosmetic and did not address the real issues.

Noun

cosmeticSingular
cosmeticsPlural
1

A product applied to the body, especially the face, to improve its appearance.

She keeps her cosmetics in a small bag.