adj
gorgeous
GAWD-zhuhs
adj
1
Extremely beautiful, dazzling, or richly attractive.
"She wore a gorgeous emerald gown to the gala."
"It was a gorgeous sunset over the harbour."
2
(informal) Wonderful, delightful, or highly enjoyable in general.
"This soup is absolutely gorgeous."
How to Use Gorgeous
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishStunningly beautiful — or, casually, just really great (a lovely meal, a lovely day).
When to use it
The 'great in general' sense (a gorgeous meal) is informal and especially common in British English.
Common pairings
gorgeous dress
gorgeous weather
absolutely gorgeous
Word Forms
more gorgeous comparative, most gorgeous superlative
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Etymology
From Middle French gorgias ("elegant, fashionable"), tied to Old French gorge ("throat/bosom") — the idea being someone who proudly puffs out their chest or throat, dressed to impress.