WORD COMPARISON

Pretty vs Gorgeous: What's the Difference?

Meanings, parts of speech, examples, and direct dictionary links.

Quick Difference

Pretty means Pleasant to the sight or other senses; attractive, especially of women or children.. Gorgeous means (of a person, sometimes endearing) Sumptuously dressed..

Pretty Meaning

Pleasant to the sight or other senses; attractive, especially of women or children.

Gorgeous Meaning

(of a person, sometimes endearing) Sumptuously dressed.

Pretty vs Gorgeous Comparison Table

FeaturePrettyGorgeous
MeaningPleasant to the sight or other senses; attractive, especially of women or children.(of a person, sometimes endearing) Sumptuously dressed.
Part of speechadjectiveadjective
Example'Petit Posy' brassicas […] are a cross between kale and brussels sprouts, and are really very pretty with a mild, sweet taste.Hummus is absolutely gorgeous.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between pretty and gorgeous?

Pretty means Pleasant to the sight or other senses; attractive, especially of women or children., while gorgeous means (of a person, sometimes endearing) Sumptuously dressed..

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