glamorous

Stylishly enchanting, magnetic

Glamorous describes someone or something that possesses an alluring, exciting elegance—usually associated with wealth, fame, or sophistication: a glamorous movie star, the glamorous world of fashion.

The word suggests not just beauty but a kind of magnetic appeal that captures attention and imagination.

What counts as glamorous shifts with culture: She made even grocery shopping look glamorous.

glitz

sequins

Small reflective fabric ornaments

glitter · feathers · chandelier · neon · flashbulbs · razzle-dazzle · showbiz · extravaganza · spectacle · gala

celebrity

Hollywood

American film industry center

A-list · premiere · limelight · spotlight · stardom · icon · diva · superstar · entourage · tabloids

sensuality

sultry

Hot, humid, or alluring

smoldering · voluptuous · provocative · tempting · slinky · bombshell · femme fatale · siren · tantalizing · come-hither

allure

captivating

Deeply holding one's attention

bewitching · beguiling · spellbinding · irresistible · ravishing · stunning · dazzling · radiant · striking · breathtaking

luxury

opulent

Ostentatiously wealthy

decadent · affluent · plush · posh · swanky · high-end · elite · wealthy · gilded · palatial

sophistication

elegant

Gracefully refined, tasteful

suave · debonair · cosmopolitan · cultured · worldly · tasteful · chic · graceful · poised · svelte

fashion

couture

Custom high-fashion design

vogue · chic · catwalk · ensemble · sartorial · bespoke · tailored · boutique · accessorize · apparel

Categories
Opposites
allure and attractiveness

glamorousplain

Basic and unremarkable

drab · dowdy · unglamorous · frumpy · homely

excitement and interest

glamorousboring

Failing to engage interest

dull · mundane · humdrum · tedious · dreary

sophistication and elegance

glamorousfrumpy

Drab and unstylish

dowdy · unglamorous · unsophisticated · unfashionable · inelegant

Family

unglamorous, glamorously, glamorousness

Familiarity
Top 20,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G