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good-looking

adjective

ˈgu̇d-ˈlu̇-kiŋ How to pronounce good-looking (audio)
Definition of good-lookingnext
as in handsome
very pleasing to look at she's a good-looking woman, regardless of her age

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Recent Examples of good-looking Measures may reward good-looking numbers rather than accurate ones. — Gerald J. Leonard, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 The coastline of the region is fringed with ridiculously good-looking beaches and traditional fishing villages where the boats still return with the day’s catch. — Nigel Hack, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026 However, during the curtain call, outstanding — or maybe just good-looking — male actors are sometimes pelted with loose flowers by their admirers. — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 20 July 2026 These grasses remain green all winter, so overseeding can help maintain a good-looking lawn year-round. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for good-looking
Recent Examples of Synonyms for good-looking
  1. handsome
  2. beautiful
  3. attractive
  4. lovely
  5. cute
  6. gorgeous
  7. pretty
  8. good
Adjective
  • Yeti’s new Rambler Bowls are the outdoor-lover’s ideal, and an essential addition to any tailgate setup, offering the same double-wall vacuum insulation as the brand’s famous drinkware with secure lids and an handsome aesthetic.
    — Red Fabbri, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2026
  • The handsome wooden bench is crafted from solid poplar, features antique bronze hardware, and sports the soft and airy Seadrift finish, ideal for coastal, modern farmhouse, and contemporary dining rooms alike.
    — Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of handsome
Adjective
  • And this must have been one of the most stunningly beautiful places in all of the world.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 21 Sep. 2026
  • While vinyl siding can be beautiful, rust streaks and mold growth can ruin its appearance, making your entire home look drab and neglected.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of beautiful
Adjective
  • But the administration has left itself few if any attractive alternatives.
    — RICHARD HAASS, Foreign Affairs, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Should the person report directly to OpenAI president and co-founder Greg Brockman, who is reportedly hiring for the role instead of Altman, which would be most attractive for a big name like Hazelbaker?
    — Emily Forlini, Fortune, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of attractive
Adjective
  • Why would anyone want to destroy lovely old houses, the same houses that made Kensington so desirable, and replace them with buildings that resembled a pile of washing machines 30 floors high?
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Their climactic scenes near the end, once all the obstacles have been removed, are lovely — and not just because Austen’s prose in their outcome is so indestructible.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of lovely
Adjective
  • Then toss a fresh pair of leggings into your cart to wear with popular oversized sweaters, and cute capris for the in-between-temp days.
    — Jessie Quinn, PEOPLE, 20 Sep. 2026
  • This year, the Time Out publishing group has voted Seoul’s Jongno 3-Ga the world’s coolest neighborhood, highlighting its cute shops and cafes as well as its Instagram-ready scenery.
    — Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of cute
Adjective
  • The outerwear pick has a slightly oversized fit that’ll pair perfectly with chunky sweaters, plus it’s made from a gorgeous faux-suede material.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Dressed in a gorgeous all-white sculptural Ashi gown, Hobson was succinct and spoke from the heart.
    — John Ross, Vanity Fair, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of gorgeous
Adjective
  • Ride Lonesome is amorphous, hazy, dappled, and almost impossibly pretty.
    — Jon Dolan, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Wear it with tights, boots, and a thick sweater for a day at the pumpkin patch, or dress it up with heels and a pretty blouse for a dinner date.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of pretty
Adjective
  • Lisa finding peace was a good start to a fresh start, but clearly there’s more work to be done.
    — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Its onboard offerings, wide array of itineraries and shore excursions—particularly those that are food and wine-driven—easily combine education, adventure, and good fun.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of good

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“Good-looking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/good-looking. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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