Gorgeous/ˈɡɔːrdʒəs/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Impact 'Gorgeous' carries a strong positive emotion, often used for emphasis. Seeing the sunrise at the beach was absolutely gorgeous. Pro Tip 2/3Physical Attraction 'Gorgeous' is commonly used to compliment a person's appearance. You look gorgeous with your new haircut! Pro Tip 3/3Not Gender-Specific 'Gorgeous' is appropriate for any gender, despite older associations with women. The groom looked gorgeous on his wedding day.