curb appeal

noun

: the visual attractiveness of a house as seen from the street

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To enhance curb appeal and create a naturally balanced palette. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2026 The right trees can accentuate the look of your home’s curb appeal or draw in birds and other wildlife with edible berries or safe shelter for nests. — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 23 Aug. 2026 Planting trees is one way to create a beautiful landscape and add curb appeal. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026 Pathway lighting is the classic curb appeal upgrade, working best along walkways, driveways, garden borders and steps or stairs. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for curb appeal

Word History

First Known Use

1975, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of curb appeal was in 1975

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“Curb appeal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curb%20appeal. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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