Cute

/kjuːt/

The meaning and definition of Cute, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

adjective
  1. Possessing physical features, behaviors, personality traits or other properties that are mainly attributed to infants and small or cuddly animals; e.g. fair, dainty, round, and soft physical features, disproportionately large eyes and head, playfulness, fragility, helplessness, curiosity or shyness, innocence, affectionate behavior.
    β€œOur reaction to cute attributes is understood as the way nature ensures mammals care for their young.”
  2. Generally, attractive or pleasing, especially in a youthful, dainty, quaint or fun-spirited way.
    β€œLet's go to the mall and look for cute girls.”
Synonyms pretty endearing clever shrewd

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