Alternatives to "beautiful"

Richer words for when "beautiful" feels overused.

20 words

  1. 1. gorgeous adj. /ˈɡɔɹdʒəs/

    a common word used to describe something or someone that is extremely beautiful, attractive, or very pleasant.

  2. 2. stunning adj. /ˈstənɪŋ/

    a word used to describe something extremely beautiful or surprising; it can also describe the act of making someone unconscious.

  3. 3. Lovely adj. /ˈɫəvɫi/

    very pleasant, attractive, or enjoyable. You use it to describe things or people that make you feel happy or comfortable.

  4. 4. elegant adj. /ˈɛɫəɡənt/

    a word used to describe something that is graceful, stylish, and high-quality — often because it is simple rather than complicated.

  5. 5. exquisite adj. /ˈɛkskwəzət/

    a word used to describe something that is extremely beautiful, delicate, or high-quality; it can also describe a very strong feeling.

  6. 6. attractive adj. /əˈtɹæktɪv/

    a word used to describe something or someone that is pleasing to look at, or an idea that sounds very good.

  7. 7. pretty adj. /ˈpɹɪti/

    a common word used to describe someone or something attractive; it is also very often used as an adverb to mean 'quite' or 'fairly'.

  8. 8. handsome adj. /ˈhænsəm/

    a word used to describe someone or something that looks very good, often in a strong or classic way; it can also mean a large or generous amount.

  9. 9. radiant adj. /ˈɹeɪˌdiənt/

    shining brightly or showing great happiness and health. You use it to describe a person's face when they are very happy or a light that is very strong.

  10. 10. breathtaking adj. /ˈbɹɛθˌteɪkɪŋ/

    something so beautiful, surprising, or impressive that it makes you feel like you cannot breathe.

  11. 11. charming adj. /ˈtʃɑɹmɪŋ/

    a word used to describe someone or something very pleasant, attractive, and likable; it can also describe the act of using magic or a polite way to show you are annoyed.

  12. 12. graceful adj. /ˈɡɹeɪsfəɫ/

    moving in a smooth, relaxed, and attractive way. It can also describe someone who stays polite and calm in a difficult situation.

  13. 13. dazzling adj. /ˈdæzəɫɪŋ/

    extremely bright, impressive, or attractive. You use it when something shines so much that it catches your eye or amazes you.

  14. 14. magnificent adj. /mæɡˈnɪfəsənt/

    a word used to describe something that is extremely beautiful, impressive, or high-quality.

  15. 15. striking adj. /ˈstɹaɪkɪŋ/

    a word used to describe something that gets your attention because it is beautiful, unusual, or very different.

  16. 16. picturesque adj. /ˈpɪktʃɝəsk/

    a word used to describe a place or scene that is very attractive and looks like it belongs in a beautiful painting.

  17. 17. enchanting adj. /ɛnˈtʃænɪŋ/

    describing something that is very attractive, charming, or beautiful. It makes you feel like you are in a magical or wonderful place.

  18. 18. glamorous adj. /ˈɡɫæmɝəs/

    describes someone or something that looks exciting, attractive, and expensive.

  19. 19. captivating adj. /ˈkæptɪˌveɪtɪŋ/

    holding your attention because something is extremely interesting, beautiful, or charming. It makes you want to keep watching or listening.

  20. 20. Sublime adj. /səˈbɫaɪm/

    something so beautiful or impressive that it takes your breath away. It describes things that are much better than anything else.