Age and Appearance

extremely attractive and pleasing

She wore a ravishing red gown that turned heads as soon as she entered the ballroom.

(literary) beautiful and pleasant to the sight

The garden was filled with beauteous flowers, their vibrant colors and delicate petals creating a stunning display.

(of a woman) sexually appealing

She walked into the party in a foxy black dress that drew everyone's attention.

dazzling, radiant, or magnificent in appearance

The bride looked resplendent in her intricately designed wedding gown, sparkling under the soft lights.

to hit using hands or weapons

The blacksmith struck the hot metal with a hammer to shape it.

characterized by physical beauty and attractiveness

The bride looked absolutely pulchritudinous in her elegant wedding gown on her special day.

to go and bring a person or thing, typically at someone's request or for a specific purpose

Can you please fetch my coat from the car?It's cold outside.

(especially of a woman) having a pleasant and attractive appearance

She possessed a comely appearance that drew admirers wherever she went.

to attract or charm someone strongly, as if under a spell

Her performance could bewitch any audience.

lacking appeal or noticeability

Despite his unprepossessing appearance, he had a warm and engaging personality that won people over.

unattractive or unpleasant in appearance

Despite her ill-favored appearance, the kind-hearted woman was cherished for her generous spirit.

(of a person) not very attractive

Despite her homely appearance, she had a warm and engaging personality that drew people to her.

(of a place) unpleasant and offering no appeal or comfort

The abandoned house looked dark and uninviting.

relating to or in the stage of puberty

During the pubescent phase, adolescents often undergo the development of secondary sexual characteristics such as the growth of facial hair or breast development.

a person who is between 80 and 89 years old

The village celebrated the birthday of its oldest octogenarian.

a person whose age is between 90 and 99 years

The nonagenarian celebrated her 95th birthday with family and friends.

a person who has reached the age of 100 or more

The centenarian celebrated her 100th birthday with family and friends.

concerning the physical, mental, or social aspects of aging

The nursing home provides specialized care for geriatric patients.

a child who is between the ages of 9 and 12

Sarah's daughter is a preteen, showing signs of independence and maturity as she approaches adolescence.

describing someone or something that is considered past their prime or at an advanced age

The surprise party was filled with over-the-hill decorations and playful jokes to celebrate the guest of honor's 60th birthday.

worthy of great respect due to age, wisdom, or character

She sought guidance from the venerable monk, known for his wisdom and compassion.

a metal tool with a handle and a strong flat-edged blade that is used to shape hard objects, such as wood, metal, etc.

He used a chisel to carve intricate designs into the wood.

not conforming to accepted standards of propriety or decency

Her uncomely behavior at the banquet shocked the guests.

physically or mentally trembling due to old age

The doddering old man slowly made his way across the room, leaning heavily on his cane.