prettiness
/ˈprɪtinəs/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈprɪtinəs/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈpri-tē-nəs ˈpər-, ˈpru̇-/ (ame, mw)
prettiness — noun
1. a quality that makes someone or something pleasing to look at, especially in a s
a quality that makes someone or something pleasing to look at, especially in a soft, delicate, or charming way — for example, the prettiness of a child’s face, a cluster of wildflowers, or a lace-trimmed dress; less grand and powerful than beauty, but appealing in a gentle, refined manner.
Tara admired the delicate prettiness of the cherry blossoms against the grey sky.
collocation: delicate prettiness
The old cottage had a simple prettiness that Mert liked more than modern houses nearby.
collocation: simple prettiness
Otis spotted the prettiness of the handmade cards and bought three for his sister.
Jiwoo moved across the stage with such gentle prettiness that the audience forgot their phones.
The quiet prettiness of the morning light on the river was what Ignacio painted.
- beauty
broader and more powerful; can describe grand, deep, or impressive attractiveness (a mountain, a piece of music, a person’s character)
- loveliness
similar but slightly warmer and more emotional; often used for people and personal qualities rather than objects
- attractiveness
more general and neutral; can be physical, romantic, or professional without the soft/delicate association
- charm
focuses more on personality, manner, or old-fashioned appeal than on physical appearance
- ugliness
opposite extreme; the quality of being unpleasant to look at
文法句型
prettiness of [noun phrase]
the prettiness of [something]
用法筆記
Often describes a delicate or charming kind of attractiveness rather than the grandeur suggested by beauty. Unlike beauty, which can apply to powerful landscapes, deep emotions, or impressive works, prettiness tends to describe small, soft, or graceful things — faces, flowers, gardens, patterns, lace, and simple scenes. It is almost always used in a positive sense.