An English expression says "beauty is in the eye of the beholder" and it is certainly very subjective what individuals find attractive. Something that is beautiful can take your breath away and can refer to a person or a landscape. |
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| FORMAL
She is a very pretty girl with a lovely smile but she isn't a ravishing beauty.
Jane is cute but I find her little girl manner irritating.
Susan is a model with a statuesque figure. This means she is a shapely and voluptuous woman.
This Ming vase is perfect; it is flawless.
My wife bought an expensive new dress which made her look like a glamorous film star.
That foxy lady has cast a spell on me. She is absolutely bewitching!
An English rose is traditionally a fair girl with blue eyes.
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INFORMAL
Congratulations Mrs. Smith! You have a bonny baby boy!
Well done! Your window display is very eye-catching. We have many more customers.
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When David became a famous photographer he started mixing with the beautiful people. Now he is always seen with the jet set.
All the in-crowd comes to this restaurant. It is a very classy place.
Most people say the Grand Canyon is awesome but I prefer awe-inspiring. It is a term which hasn't been so overused.
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