What is another word for cute?

Common synonyms for cute include precious, cunning.

What is the opposite of cute?

Antonyms of cute include ugly, unattractive, hideous, grotesque, repulsive.

Synonyms for

Cute

Verb / kju:t / Another word for cute — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Attractive or pleasing in a delicate way.

Synonyms & similar words

precious cunning adorable charming delightful endearing lovely pleasing sweet appealing engaging winsome pretty handsome fetching enthralling captivating enchanting alluring attractive fascinating bewitching

Synonyms by register

Formal

appealing charming winsome

Informal

adorable sweet precious darling

Literary

comely bonny

Antonyms

ugly unattractive hideous grotesque repulsive plain

Common collocations

so cute
really cute
cute outfit
cute dog
cute baby
cute idea
cute little
awfully cute

Word family

noun cuteness

adjective cute

adverb cutely

Usage note

Primarily used to describe something small, endearing, or attractive in a delicate way. Can sometimes be used ironically or to describe something that is superficially appealing but lacks substance.