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also glamourous
1
as in exotic
excitingly or mysteriously unusual
the glamorous sights and scents of a Turkish market
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as in attractive
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 a sport as visually impressive as Formula One, where the cars achieve terrific speeds and can enjoy spectacular on-track battles, one of the greatest symbols of its glamorous image actually occurs after a race.
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Luke Smith, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
For one thing, it’s filmed as yet another airless and unconvincing blue-and-orange night falls on the world of the Wheel, leeching much of the glamour and danger out of the inherently glamorous, dangerous, bustling, seedy city-after-dark setting.
—Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 3 Apr. 2025
But stepping into the role of the glamorous, rule-breaking school principal, Ava Coleman, brought her blunt humor and wide-eyed gags to a larger audience, earning her Emmy nominations for three years in a row and constant praise from critics.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 27 Mar. 2025
Although the glamorous party featured a heartfelt ceremony, a show-stopping cake and performances by Diana Del Bufalo and Nia Franklin, Warshaw knew that a wedding is nothing without a bride.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
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Luke Smith, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
For one thing, it’s filmed as yet another airless and unconvincing blue-and-orange night falls on the world of the Wheel, leeching much of the glamour and danger out of the inherently glamorous, dangerous, bustling, seedy city-after-dark setting.
—Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 3 Apr. 2025
But stepping into the role of the glamorous, rule-breaking school principal, Ava Coleman, brought her blunt humor and wide-eyed gags to a larger audience, earning her Emmy nominations for three years in a row and constant praise from critics.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 27 Mar. 2025
Although the glamorous party featured a heartfelt ceremony, a show-stopping cake and performances by Diana Del Bufalo and Nia Franklin, Warshaw knew that a wedding is nothing without a bride.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glamorous
Adjective
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The White Lotus films at exotic locations across the world.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 Apr. 2025
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Flooring may include exotic hardwoods or heated stone, and kitchens often feature professional-grade appliances, custom cabinetry, and designer fixtures.—
Rowan Briggs,
Mercury News,
12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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There is this idea that top managers would like the job because there is so much talent, plus the style and brand of football are very attractive.—
The Totally Football Show,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Despite the attractive offer, not everyone is on board.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The picturesque snow covered peaks printed on souvenir coffee cups and postcards transformed into a collection of slide paths, terrain traps, and epic ski lines.—
Ashley Thess,
Outdoor Life,
14 Mar. 2025
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Around one-fifth of red wolves meet their end on a bumper, many on US 64, a primary route that vacationers take to the Outer Banks, the picturesque chain of barrier islands that line North Carolina’s seaboard.—
Ben Goldfarb,
Vox,
14 Mar. 2025
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Then on April 6, Venus will meet with Mars in a seductive trine, heightening your sensuality and receptivity with those around you.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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The book revealed the emotional wreckage that lay just beneath the seductive, glittering surface of a certain sector of France’s progressive cultural élite.—
Leslie Camhi,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Keep It Fun: For a playful, on-trend look, try pairing your minidress with a colorful pair of sneakers.—
Ruhama Wolle,
Glamour,
3 Apr. 2025
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The frame’s branches keep it rustic, but the plethora of colorful gerber daisies and ferns at the base add brightness.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This cheap, farting, charismatic man was also a career pilot with the Royal Canadian Air Force.—
Nathan Heller,
The New Yorker,
15 Mar. 2025
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Set in 1960s and 70s Hawaii, the story centers on a charismatic mob boss who builds a formidable criminal empire, fighting against mainland corporations and rival syndicates while striving to protect his ancestral land.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Vara is an appealing narrator—smart, funny, honest, and a little neurotic.—
Anna Wiener,
New Yorker,
9 Apr. 2025
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Preserve & Grow Wealth with Risk-Focused Quality Portfolios For investors who want to pair defensive strategy with appealing returns, AEP is a smart choice.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Offstage, Summer lives in the Dallas Fort Worth area, sharing her home with her supportive husband, their charming daughter, her quirky brother, and her canine companions, Cricket, Loki, Adie and chinchilla, Princess Fluffy Pants.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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But behind the chocolate chips and charming branding was a visionary who defied the traditional mold of Black masculinity, one homemade batch at a time.—
Jasmine Browley,
Essence,
9 Apr. 2025
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“Glamorous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glamorous. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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