DROP-DEAD Synonyms: 135 Similar and Opposite Words

drop-dead

adjective

ˈdräp-ˈded

Definition of drop-dead

as in beautiful

very pleasing to look at a drop-dead wedding dress that must have cost a fortune

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Recent Examples of drop-dead That pushes the drop-dead deadline into mid-August. — Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 3 June 2026 Keke Palmer, who is on this year's Time 100 list, is drop-dead gorgeous in a floor length black gown at the Time 100 Gala on April 23 in New York City. — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026 Never fear, a drop-dead gorgeous swimming pool is the centerpiece of the resort. — Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 21 Apr. 2026 The league had put this past Tuesday as its drop-dead deadline for a deal to be reached without affecting the 2026 schedule. — Sports Columnist, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for drop-dead

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Adjective

Arguably, the most beautiful version of this trend right now is the love-layers cut.

— Lucy Binder, Glamour, 30 Aug. 2026
The meltwater pouring off Bråsvellbreen like waterfalls, though breathtakingly beautiful, was another sobering reminder of the consequences of global warming.

— Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of beautiful

Adjective

This year’s sale is also ripe with small space-friendly gems like the Sanders Reversible sectional and Sven loveseat, both with handsome designs that can speak volumes in a living room of any size.

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026
The rooms The 160 rooms and suites strike a balance between modern style and island charm, with leafy wallpaper, handsome headboards, and artwork by local artists that nod to Key West’s quirky spirit—think roosters and vintage island scenes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of handsome

Adjective

My suite was on the second floor and included a separate living room and a gorgeous sun room with the best views in the house.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Aug. 2026
This past week saw the release of nearly half an hour of gorgeous gameplay from Grand Theft Auto 6, followed by a number of interviews and features about aspects of the game.

— Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of gorgeous

Adjective

The cabin interiors are built from a lovely blonde wood, which was aesthetically pleasing, if a little creaky at times, while the white linens on the comfortable queen bed were a subtle reminder that this is a luxury accommodation.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
McGraw gave a lovely tribute to Parton via social media this week.

— David Wysong, Cincinnati Enquirer, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of lovely

Adjective

Still, the small form factor could make the technology attractive for compact industrial sensors and other devices where space is limited.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026
And, even with a question mark in its future, WBD's assets are still attractive to other potential buyers.

— Lillian Rizzo, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of attractive

Adjective

This is an analog way to get friends together without putting the pressure on yourself to cook an entire meal or set the prettiest tablescape.

— Heather Bien, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026
This pretty fixture works hard as a table lamp, candle warmer, and decor piece, offering a smoke-free way to add ambient light and fragrance to your space without the fire hazard.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of pretty

Adjective

But don’t let the cute style fool you—this look is super practical, too.

— Kayla Becker, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2026
Continue down Main Street in Catskill to find tons of the cute shops upstate New York is known for, in particular Stay Forever for gifts, Spike’s for records, and Magpie for used books.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of cute

Adjective

The Colorado Rockies overcame a nine-run deficit, matching the biggest rally in team history and stunning the Atlanta Braves 12-10 on Troy Tulowitzki’s go-ahead single in the eighth inning.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Options include a stunning floating breakfast, wine and cheese tastings, cooking masterclasses, and a romantic sunset dinner on an isolated sandbank.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026

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