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US/ˈɡɔːr.dʒəs/
UK/ˈɡɔː.dʒəs/
very beautiful or attractive; also very pleasant
In context
Wow, you look gorgeous in that dress, is it new?
It's a gorgeous day, so let's eat outside on the balcony.
The hotel has gorgeous views of the bay.
Words that go with gorgeous
verb + adjective
- look gorgeousThe bride looked absolutely gorgeous.
adverb + adjective
- absolutely gorgeousYour garden is absolutely gorgeous.
adjective + noun
- gorgeous dayWhat a gorgeous day for the beach!
- gorgeous viewWe had a gorgeous view from our room.
- gorgeous foodThe food at the wedding was gorgeous.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She is very gorgeous.Correct: She is absolutely gorgeous.