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The word "pulchritude" has been employed in literature as an eloquent emblem of refined beauty, capturing both physical allure and an almost ethereal charm. In Ben Jonson's works, for instance, the term underscores an elevated aesthetic, as seen in "The Alchemist" [1] and "Every Man in His Humor" [2]. Jonson’s deliberate use of "pulchritude" not only reinforces a classical ideal but also imbues his characterization with a subtle grandeur, inviting readers to perceive beauty as a layered and multifaceted quality.
  1. PULCHRITUDE, beauty.
    — from The Alchemist by Ben Jonson
  2. PULCHRITUDE, beauty.
    — from Every Man in His Humor by Ben Jonson

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