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prettier

adj.
A2 Elementary US //ˈpɹɪtiɝ// UK //pɹˈɪtiɐ// pret·ti·er

adj. more attractive or pleasant to look at than something else. You use this to compare two people, places, or things.

adj. the comparative form of 'pretty'; describes a higher degree of aesthetic appeal or physical attractiveness. Often used predicatively after a linking verb or attributively before a noun.


SIMPLE

The garden looks much prettier now that the flowers are blooming.

CONTEXTUAL

She decided that the blue dress was prettier than the red one for the summer wedding.

COMPLEX

While the old town square is historically significant, the newly renovated waterfront is arguably prettier, featuring modern lighting and elegant landscaping that attracts tourists every evening.

Synonyms
Usage

Comparative form of 'pretty'. Typically follows a linking verb like 'look', 'seem', or 'be'.

Pitfall

more prettierprettierPrettier is already a comparative form; adding 'more' is a double comparative error.

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