gorgeous

/'gɔ:dʤəs/

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Word: Gorgeous

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: The word "gorgeous" means something that is very beautiful, attractive, or pleasing to look at. It can describe people, places, or things that have a stunning appearance.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "gorgeous" to express admiration for beauty.
• It can be used in both formal and informal settings.
• It is often used with nouns that can be seen, like clothes, scenery, or people.

Example:

• "She wore a gorgeous dress to the party."
• "The sunset was absolutely gorgeous."

Advanced Usage:

• You can use "gorgeous" in more complex sentences to emphasize beauty:
  • "The garden was filled with gorgeous flowers in full bloom."
• It can also be used in a more figurative sense:
  • "His performance was gorgeous, captivating everyone in the audience."

Word Variants:

• Gorgeously (adverb): In a way that is beautiful.
  • Example: "She was gorgeously dressed for the occasion."
• Gorgeousness (noun): The quality of being gorgeous.
  • Example: "The gorgeousness of the landscape took my breath away."

Different Meanings:

While "gorgeous" primarily refers to physical beauty, it can also describe things that are delightful or wonderful in a non-visual way: - "The food was gorgeous!" (meaning it was delicious and enjoyable).

Synonyms:

• Beautiful
• Stunning
• Attractive
• Lovely
• Exquisite
• Magnificent

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

While there aren’t specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly incorporate "gorgeous," you might encounter phrases that convey similar meanings: - "Breathtakingly beautiful" - something so beautiful it takes your breath away. - "A sight for sore eyes" - something or someone that is very pleasant to see after a long time.

Summary:

"Gorgeous" is a versatile adjective used to describe extreme beauty. You can use it to talk about people, places, or objects that are very appealing.

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Adjective

1. dazzlingly beautiful
   • a gorgeous Victorian gown