Cool MateBeauty
UK /["/ˈbjuːti/"]/US /["/ˈbjuːti/"]/
Definition
the quality of giving pleasure to the senses or to the mind
In simple words: Something that is very attractive or nice to look at.
Examples
- The beauty of the sunset took my breath away.
- She has a natural beauty that captivates everyone.
- Many people believe that beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
- There is beauty in simplicity, especially in art.
- Her beauty can be seen in her kindness and compassion.
Usage notes
Use 'beauty' when talking about attractive things or people. It's neutral and can fit in most contexts, but avoid using it in very formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'beauty' as a 'beet', which is something some people think looks nice in a garden.
Collocations
- breathtaking
- exquisite
- great
- admire
- appreciate
- enjoy
- amaze somebody
- overwhelm somebody
- last
- competition
- contest
- pageant
- great
- blonde
- dark-haired
Synonyms
- advantage
Antonyms
- ugliness
- plainness
- harshness
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'beautiful' as both are adjectives but have different uses.
- Using 'beauty' to describe a person's character instead of their appearance.
- Overusing it in descriptions making sentences sound repetitive.