pretty

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Definition & Meaning of "pretty"in English

pretty

ADJECTIVE

visually pleasing in a charming way

beautiful

handsome

Examples

She looked pretty in her simple, elegant outfit.

unfortunate, troublesome, or undesirable in situation or condition, used ironically

inconvenient

problematic

rough

rugged

tricky

Examples

You 've gotten yourself into a pretty mess this time.

considerably large or significant in size, degree, or amount

appreciable

big

considerable

great

hefty

Examples

That was a pretty penny to spend on a handbag.

clever, skilled, or artfully executed

Old use

Examples

That was a pretty move she used to win the match.

pretty

ADVERB

to a degree that is high but not very high

fairly

in part

kind of

middling

moderately

Informal

Examples

The movie was pretty good, though the ending felt rushed.

in a delicate or attractive fashion

prettily

Old use

Examples

She danced pretty, drawing everyone's admiration.

Pretty

NOUN

a pleasing trinket or accessory often bought for show or delight, rather than function

Informal

Examples

She arranged her collection of pretties on the vanity table.

1.1

used dismissively to refer to someone admired more for their looks than for substance or ability

eye candy

pretty

Examples

The director cast a group of pretties instead of experienced actors.

to pretty

VERB

to make someone or something more attractive or appealing

beautify

fancify

prettify

Examples

She pretties the garden every spring with colorful flowerbeds and hanging baskets.

Lexical Tree

prettily

prettiness

unpretty

pretty

prett

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Definition & Meaning of "pretty"in English

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