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Gorgeous

Adjective / ˈgɔ:rdʒʌs / Another word for gorgeous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Beautiful or attractive.

Synonyms & similar words

beautiful attractive stunning handsome lovely charming elegant exquisite splendid magnificent impressive dazzling radiant striking glamorous fascinating mesmerizing alluring enchanting heavenly

Synonyms by register

Formal

resplendent magnificent splendid stunning

Informal

stunning fabulous amazing lovely beautiful

Literary

beauteous comely radiant

Antonyms

ugly plain unattractive hideous homely unsightly

Common collocations

  • gorgeous day
  • gorgeous woman
  • gorgeous view
  • gorgeous dress
  • gorgeous smile
  • absolutely gorgeous
  • gorgeous sunset

Word family

adjective gorgeous
adverb gorgeously

Usage note

Primarily used to describe something or someone that is extremely beautiful or attractive. It carries a strong positive connotation and is generally used in informal and semi-formal contexts.

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Example sentences

  1. The sunset was absolutely gorgeous.
  2. She looked gorgeous in her new outfit.
  3. The wedding decorations were gorgeous.
  4. The flowers were so gorgeous that I had to take a picture.
  5. The painting was simply gorgeous.

Quotes

  • 'She was a gorgeous creature, with her hair falling in a soft mist over her shoulders.' - J. D. Salinger
  • 'I'm not perfect, but I'm pretty gorgeous.' - Dolly Parton
  • 'Do you think I'm gorgeous?' - Madonna

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