B2adjective1K

UK/["/ˈɡɔːdʒəs/"]/US/["/ˈɡɔːrdʒəs/"]/

Meaning of Gorgeous

In simple words: very beautiful or attractive

Gorgeous in a sentence

  • a gorgeous girl/man
  • a gorgeous view
  • gorgeous weather *(= warm and with a lot of sun)*
  • You **look gorgeous**!
  • It was **absolutely gorgeous**.
  • a drop-dead gorgeous Hollywood icon
  • He's got gorgeous eyes.
  • He's just started going out with this really gorgeous girl.
  • exotic birds with feathers of gorgeous colours

How to use Gorgeous

Use 'gorgeous' to describe people, places, or things that are stunningly beautiful. Avoid using it in overly technical or formal contexts; it's more suitable for everyday conversations or creative descriptions.

Grammar pattern

gorgeous + noun

Memory hint

Sounds like 'gorge us' — picture a scenic view that makes you want to eat it all up because it's so beautiful.

Related words

Collocations with Gorgeous

Synonyms for Gorgeous

Opposites of Gorgeous

Common mistakes with Gorgeous

  • Confusing with 'delicious' for food—'gorgeous' should describe beauty.
  • Using 'gorgeous' for negative or unpleasant contexts—it's meant for positive descriptions.
  • Mispronouncing it as 'gor-jus' instead of 'gor-juhs'.

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Frequently asked questions about Gorgeous

What does Gorgeous mean?

very beautiful or attractive

What is the definition of Gorgeous?

very beautiful and attractive; giving great pleasure

How do you use Gorgeous in a sentence?

a gorgeous girl/man

Can you give another example of Gorgeous?

a gorgeous view

What are synonyms for Gorgeous?

Common alternatives include lovely.

What is the opposite of Gorgeous?

Opposite meanings include ugly, unattractive.

What words go with Gorgeous?

It commonly pairs with be, look, sound, really, absolutely, drop-dead.

What are common mistakes when using Gorgeous?

Confusing with 'delicious' for food—'gorgeous' should describe beauty. Using 'gorgeous' for negative or unpleasant contexts—it's meant for positive descriptions. Mispronouncing it as 'gor-jus' instead of 'gor-juhs'.

How do you pronounce Gorgeous?

US: /["/ˈɡɔːrdʒəs/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɡɔːdʒəs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Gorgeous?

Use 'gorgeous' to describe people, places, or things that are stunningly beautiful. Avoid using it in overly technical or formal contexts; it's more suitable for everyday conversations or creative descriptions.

What CEFR level is Gorgeous?

"Gorgeous" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.