Definition of gorgeousnext

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How does the adjective gorgeous contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of gorgeous are glorious, resplendent, splendid, sublime, and superb. While all these words mean "extraordinarily or transcendently impressive," gorgeous implies a rich splendor especially in display of color.

a gorgeous red dress

Where would glorious be a reasonable alternative to gorgeous?

While in some cases nearly identical to gorgeous, glorious suggests radiance that heightens beauty or distinction.

a glorious sunset

When would resplendent be a good substitute for gorgeous?

The words resplendent and gorgeous are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, resplendent suggests a glowing or blazing splendor.

resplendent in her jewelry

When could splendid be used to replace gorgeous?

While the synonyms splendid and gorgeous are close in meaning, splendid implies outshining the usual or customary.

the wedding was a splendid occasion

When is it sensible to use sublime instead of gorgeous?

The synonyms sublime and gorgeous are sometimes interchangeable, but sublime implies an exaltation or elevation almost beyond human comprehension.

a vision of sublime beauty

When can superb be used instead of gorgeous?

Although the words superb and gorgeous have much in common, superb suggests an excellence reaching the highest conceivable degree.

her singing was superb

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gorgeous
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  • The Inn stays shut during winter and ‘pack ice’ season, which some locals will tell you is the most beautiful time of all—for snowmobiling and snowshoeing through the Island’s interior by day, and come evening, getting invited into someone's warm shed for a tipple and a chat.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026
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    Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
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  • Of course, all of the discourse is taking place on the lovely, totally non-toxic place that is the internet.
    Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 1 Apr. 2026
  • And your answers were so lovely.
    Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
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    Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
  • In the middle of the garden is a seating area with simple but cute second-hand furniture and a three-tier stone fountain from Backyard X-Scapes on Sorrento Valley Road.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
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    Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 4 Apr. 2026
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    Maryanne Dell, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026
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  • The water tower’s attractive exterior design appears to be an extension of the other residences.
    David Caraccio April 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026
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  • In the village's old marketplace, 18 pretty rooms are arranged around a pool courtyard.
    Selina Denman, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
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    Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 30 Mar. 2026
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  • Leonardsen lives on the second floor of a concrete-and-glass building along the harbor, which has stunning views of the sea.
    Eric Klinenberg, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
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    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026

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“Gorgeous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gorgeous. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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