What does cutesy mean?
Cutesy means Overly, affectedly or unnecessarily cute; too cute to be taken seriously..
Cutesy
/ˈkjutsi/ · adjective
Meaning
Overly, affectedly or unnecessarily cute; too cute to be taken seriously..
Example Sentences
The couple called each other cutesy pet names like "honeypot" and "smoochie-poochie" that disgusted everyone else.
If each subject attracts roughly the same amount of attention (and with a judgmental adjustment to drop the more cutesy papers), that's roughly 100 papers per topic.
Synonyms for cutesy
Antonyms for cutesy
Related Words
Word Forms
- cutesier
- cutesiest
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for cutesy?
Common synonyms include cutesy-wootsy, saccharine, precious, syrupy.
What is the opposite of cutesy?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use cutesy in a sentence?
The couple called each other cutesy pet names like "honeypot" and "smoochie-poochie" that disgusted everyone else.
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