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Beautiful
Definitions
1
adjective
Pleasing
the
senses
or
mind
aesthetically
,
often
used
to
describe
something
that
is
visually
attractive
or
delightful
.
The
sunset
over
the
ocean
was
absolutely
beautiful
.
She
wore
a
beautiful
dress
to
the
party
.
The
garden
is
full
of
beautiful
flowers
in
the
spring
.
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Word Origin
Language
Middle English
Word parts
beauty (attractive quality) + -ful (full of)
Originally meant
full of beauty
Background
The word 'beautiful' evolved from the Middle English 'beaute' and the suffix '-ful', meaning 'full of beauty'. It has been used since the late 15th century to describe things that are pleasing to the senses or mind.