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a gorgeous day
a beautiful day
a perfect day
a glorious day
a lovely day
a sunny day
a gorgeous view
an incredible view
a stunning view
a scenic view
gorgeous costumes
glamorous costumes
elegant costumes
exquisite costumes
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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 gorgeous Charbroiled Island Creek Oysters At Walrus Rodeo in Miami, this gorgeous dish is made with jalapeño, Franciacorta, and breadcrumbs. Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025 West Virginia is a year-round destination, with breathtaking foliage in the fall and gorgeous vistas the rest of the year, according to Funk. Zach Wichter, USA Today, 27 July 2025 In a time when people don't often just go for a drive anymore, this reporter and photographer rented a convertible for the day in search of fresh breezes, gorgeous landscapes and open-air fun. Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 24 July 2025 This gorgeous version from J.Crew features an intricate shell pattern that’s darling for beach getaways. Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for gorgeous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gorgeous
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  • Nicky Hilton Rothschild poses with some beautiful flowers at the Net-a-Porter & Mr Porter Summer in the Hamptons Cocktail Party in Sagaponack, N.Y. on July 17.
    Escher Walcott, People.com, 21 July 2025
  • So whether your interest involves creating beautiful spaces, improving people's health, or something completely different, there's no reason not to explore its business potential.
    Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025
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  • This week’s picks include a Park Slope two-bedroom with a pair of wood-burning fireplaces and a one-bedroom on Clinton Hill’s historic mansion row with a lovely triple-bay window.
    Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 22 July 2025
  • Playful and complex, just a lovely wine to enjoy with friends.
    Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
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  • Make lunchtime fun again with the help of a cute and colorful bento box or a fun, interactive lunch box.
    Nora Colomer may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 30 July 2025
  • The moment in which Guy and Nan reunite at the courthouse and mirror each other on a staircase and over a railing, respectively, is reminiscent of their meet cute in Season 1.
    Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 30 July 2025
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  • The décor is handsome, comfortably restrained and acoustically satisfying.
    Steve Forbes, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025
  • Angel is swept off of her feet by the charming, handsome and extremely wealthy Everett, and the two marry quickly.
    Karin Slaughter, People.com, 29 July 2025
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  • What is this thing that’s so attractive to everybody?
    Paul Liberatore, Mercury News, 25 July 2025
  • Research analyzing millions of profiles reveals that both men and women often pursue partners who are estimated to be about 25% more attractive than themselves, despite these advances yielding fewer responses.
    Ximena Araya-Fischel, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
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  • And for those who want an even more personalized approach, Rosenthal also offers fully custom dorm design kits—though these will cost you a much prettier penny.
    Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 19 July 2025
  • Nonetheless, the view in binoculars of the crescent moon sitting to the upper right of the star cluster will still make for a very pretty sight.
    Joe Rao, Space.com, 19 July 2025
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  • Merchants on Long in Cape Town is a standout for me—a stunning concept store showcasing African fashion and design from across the continent in a beautiful historic space.
    Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 29 July 2025
  • Six planets will soon be aligning for a stunning celestial display.
    Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 29 July 2025

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“Gorgeous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gorgeous. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.

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