glamorous
word
/ˈɡɫæmɝəs/
GLA-mur-uhs
/ɡlˈæməɹəs/
GLA-muh-ruhs
Definition
Someone or something that is glamorous is attractive in an exciting and sophisticated way, often connected to style, fame, or luxury.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for describing fashion, celebrities, parties, and places; more formal than 'fancy' or 'stylish'. Suggests more than just good looks—also an exciting or luxurious feel. Can be used for people, clothes, lifestyle, and events.
Spanish: glamoroso - lleno de glamourPortuguese (BR): glamouroso - cheio de glamourPortuguese (PT): glamouroso - cheio de glamourChinese (Simplified): 有魅力的 - 迷人的Chinese (Traditional): 有魅力的 - 迷人的Hindi: आकर्षक - ग्लैमरसArabic: ساحر - فاتنBengali: জাঁকালো - চমকপ্রদRussian: гламурный - роскошныйJapanese: 魅力的な - グラマラスなVietnamese: hào nhoáng - quyến rũKorean: 화려한 - 매혹적인Turkish: göz alıcı - çekiciUrdu: پرکشش - دلکشIndonesian: glamor - memesona
Example Sentences
She wore a glamorous red dress.
basic
Movie stars often have glamorous lifestyles.
basic
This hotel looks very glamorous.
basic
It may look glamorous, but modeling is actually hard work.
natural
The party was so glamorous, everyone dressed up and there were lights everywhere.
natural
She always makes even a simple outfit look glamorous.
natural