Meaning & use

glamorous

adjective·Everyday

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Having an attractive quality of excitement, wealth, or fashionable style.

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The actress arrived at the premiere looking glamorous in a sequined gown.

Working in film sounds glamorous, but most days involve long hours of routine tasks.

A note on using this word

Often used ironically, as in 'not exactly glamorous,' to point out that a job or situation is less exciting than it appears.

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