GLAMOUROUS Synonyms: 109 Similar and Opposite Words

glamorous

adjective

ˈgla-mə-rəs

variants also glamourous

Definition of glamorous

as in exotic

excitingly or mysteriously unusual the glamorous sights and scents of a Turkish market

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as in charismatic

having an often mysterious or magical power to attract glamorous Hollywood celebrities whose every move is breathlessly recorded by the media

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Recent Examples of glamorous In the Trumpian mind, Europe is to the world as Manhattan is to America—an irksomely glamorous den of effeteness and decay. — Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026 William and Kate’s outings followed a glamorous state banquet at Windsor Castle on October 20, where the royal family hosted the Sultan of Oman. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 25 Oct. 2026 Lielle, set in a glamorous subterranean room on West Pico Boulevard, is the culmination of Swedish chef Marcus Jernmark’s years of experience in high-end temples around the world. — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026 Jenner’s shine came with a side of old-school, glamorous power dressing. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for glamorous

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Adjective

Investigators found in a closet dozens of Louis Vuitton handbags lining the top shelf, many pairs of Christian Louboutin boots and a display case full of handbags made of exotic furs.

— Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026
MetLife also covers grief counseling and cremation benefits, trims your deductible for each claim-free year and, in some states, insures exotic pets such as birds, reptiles and rabbits.

— Matt Richardson, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of exotic

Adjective

The series will explore whether the accusations made against Gough, a charismatic TO-7 officer known for a string of organized crime takedowns, is a deliberate distraction from a bigger threat lurking in the shadows.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 12 Nov. 2026
In the 1930s, a charismatic Followers preacher named Walter White left Idaho for Oregon City, then a lively hub for the timber and paper industries.

— Noelle Crombie, ProPublica, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of charismatic

Adjective

In many cases, boards and investors focused on ethical breaches, such as executives using company funds inappropriately or advancing the careers of romantic partners who reported to them.

— Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 9 Nov. 2026
My Beloved’s casually romantic chassis—but Kings of Leon are still prone to occasionally rocking out, for better or worse.

— Larry Fitzmaurice, Pitchfork, 9 Nov. 2026

Definition of romantic

Adjective

Unfortunately, the American alternatives are not particularly attractive.

— Tal Feldman, Foreign Affairs, 11 Nov. 2026
His administration had promoted Paraguay as an increasingly attractive destination for foreign investment, emphasizing fiscal stability and economic modernization.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of attractive

Adjective

Cristin Tierney Gallery Maureen O’Leary’s paintings at Cristin Tierney are wonderfully strange.

— Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 13 Nov. 2026
The extremes of the moral universe have always been duking it out down there, which makes Mississippi not strange or anomalous, but illustrative.

— Claire Howorth, Vanity Fair, 13 Nov. 2026

Definition of strange

Adjective

The Max2 is an appealing option for content creators who want to take advantage of the creative possibilities of a 360-degree video camera, as well as surfers, snowboarders, motorcyclists, and others who want to get the whole world in the shot.

— Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 7 Nov. 2026
But what makes this jewelry trend especially appealing is the opportunity to make it entirely your own.

— Madeline Fass, Vogue, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of appealing

Adjective

The marvelous mezes are largely gluten-free and served—upon request—with crudités; savory, comforting mujaddara is made with lentils and rice, no bulgur, barley, or other glutenous grains.

— Luke Pyenson, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
Jeon is marvelous in the role, allowing flashes of envy, resentment, and longing to surface beneath Mi-ok’s cheerful, accommodating manner without diminishing her warmth or loyalty.

— Lisa Wong Macabasco, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of marvelous

Adjective

Tangier is a charming tangle of small houses connected by narrow roads traversed by golf carts and exceedingly few cars.

— John Anglim, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2026
Queenslanders are delightful and charming, and have become recognizable to millions of viewers around the world who tune into Brisbane's most famous export, Bluey.

— Erin Florio, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Nov. 2026

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