Prettiness: meaning, definitions and examples
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prettiness
[ ˈprɪtɪnəs ]
physical appearance
The quality or state of being attractive in a delicate way, often used to describe someone's physical appearance.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She was admired for her prettiness and grace.
- The prettiness of the flowers in the garden was breathtaking.
decorative quality
The quality of being pleasing to the eye, often used to describe the visual appeal of something.
Synonyms
attractiveness, elegance, gracefulness
Examples of usage
- The prettiness of the decorations added a festive touch to the room.
- The prettiness of the artwork captivated the audience.
Translations
Translations of the word "prettiness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 beleza
🇮🇳 सुंदरता
🇩🇪 Schönheit
🇮🇩 kecantikan
🇺🇦 краса
🇵🇱 piękno
🇯🇵 美しさ (utsukushisa)
🇫🇷 beauté
🇪🇸 belleza
🇹🇷 güzellik
🇰🇷 아름다움 (areumdawoom)
🇸🇦 جمال (jamal)
🇨🇿 krása
🇸🇰 krása
🇨🇳 美丽 (měilì)
🇸🇮 lepota
🇮🇸 fegurð
🇰🇿 сұлулық (sūlūlyq)
🇬🇪 სილამაზე (silamaze)
🇦🇿 gözəllik
🇲🇽 belleza
Word origin
The word 'prettiness' originated in the late 18th century and is derived from the word 'pretty', which comes from the Middle English word 'pretti' meaning cunning, skillful, or artful. Over time, 'prettiness' has evolved to emphasize the quality of attractiveness and visual appeal.
See also: pretty.