Pulchritudinous

Adjective

Definition: Physically beautiful; comely.

Synonyms: Beautiful, Attractive, Lovely

Antonyms: Ugly, Unattractive, Repulsive

Examples:
  • She was known for her pulchritudinous looks.
  • The pulchritudinous landscapes of the countryside took my breath away.
Mnemonics:
  • Pulchritudinous sounds similar to "beautiful" and "stunning".
  • Think of the word "pulchritudinous" as "full of beauty".

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "pulchritudinous" is derived from the Latin word "pulcher" which means beautiful or handsome. It entered the English language in the early 18th century.

Historical Usage:

Although a less commonly used word, "pulchritudinous" has been used to describe beauty in various literary works and formal contexts.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Pulchritudinous smile"

Explanation:

Refers to a smile that is incredibly beautiful and captivating.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "pulchritudinous" with "pernicious" due to similar pronunciation.

Explanation:

"Pulchritudinous" means beautiful, while "pernicious" means harmful or destructive. They are unrelated in meaning.

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