What does "glamorous" mean?

1. (stylish and exciting) attractive in an exciting and special way, often connected with wealth or fame. 2. (magical) relating to magic or a spell that makes things look different than they are.

How do you use "glamorous"?

Rarely used in modern speech except in fantasy literature or historical contexts.

glamorous

adj.

US //ˈɡɫæmɝəs// UK //ɡlˈæməɹəs// glam·orous

1 stylish and exciting (adj.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

attractive in an exciting and special way, often connected with wealth or fame.

possessing an alluring or exciting quality that suggests wealth, beauty, and sophistication.

Example

She looked very glamorous in her long red dress at the film party.

Example

The life of a travel writer may seem glamorous to outsiders, but it often involves long hours in transit and solitary work in hotel rooms.
2 magical (adj.)
C2 Proficiency Archaic Literary

relating to magic or a spell that makes things look different than they are.

pertaining to or possessing the power of a 'glamour' or magic spell; used to describe supernatural enchantment.

Example

The old stories spoke of glamorous creatures that could change their shape.

Example

In the ancient folklore of the region, the woods were said to be inhabited by glamorous spirits capable of weaving illusions to mislead weary travellers.

Usage

Rarely used in modern speech except in fantasy literature or historical contexts.