Meaning & use

ravishing

adjective·Advanced

Extremely beautiful or attractive in a way that captures attention.

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She looked absolutely ravishing in the long emerald evening gown.

The sunset over the canyon was ravishing, painting the sky deep orange.

A note on using this word

"Ravishing" is a strong compliment, typically reserved for striking beauty rather than ordinary attractiveness.

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Words with an opposite meaning

unattractive

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