BEEFCAKES Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

beefcakes

noun

plural of beefcake

as in hunks

a physically attractive man an iconic beefcake of Hollywood in the 1940s, he always appeared shirtless in at least one scene

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studs

Noun

Those partial to paler shades might gravitate toward the oversized oval aquamarine ring, its icy blue center stone surrounded by diamonds, or the simpler aquamarine studs in yellow gold.

— Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2026
Finishing touches to Johansson’s look included a series of earrings and studs, along with a set of pumps by Aquazzura.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026

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