beautiful

Adjective · English

Meaning 1

possessing qualities that give great pleasure or satisfaction to the senses

(aesthetically pleasing)

Example

The painting is beautiful and captures the light perfectly.

Meaning 2

very good, excellent, or impressive

(excellent or highly commendable)

Example

That was a beautiful goal scored in the final minute of the match.

Synonyms

gorgeous, lovely, stunning, attractive, exquisite, handsome

Grammar

comparative
more beautiful
superlative
most beautiful

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