Synonyms for

Belle

Verb / bel / Another word for belle — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a beautiful woman

Synonyms & similar words

beauty charmer cutie doll enchantress goddess lovely maiden princess queen sweetheart vision woman knockout showstopper stunner

Synonyms by register

Formal

beauty charmer stunner

Informal

looker dish bombshell knockout

Literary

vision jewel radiance

Antonyms

plain unattractive homely ordinary commonplace grotesque

Common collocations

  • southern belle
  • fair belle
  • lovely belle
  • belle of the ball
  • young belle
  • beautiful belle

Word family

noun belle

Usage note

Primarily used to describe a beautiful woman, often with a connotation of Southern charm or elegance. It is less common in contemporary usage.

Example sentences

  1. The belle of the ball was wearing a stunning dress.
  2. The actress was considered a belle in Hollywood.
  3. The town had a beauty pageant to choose their belle.
  4. The prince fell in love with the belle of the kingdom.
  5. The belle's smile lit up the room.

Quotes

  • She was the belle of the ball.
  • A true belle is not determined by looks alone.
  • The belle of the town was always the center of attention.

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