NUBILE Synonyms: 135 Similar and Opposite Words

nubile

adjective

Definition of nubile

as in sexy

sexually attractive a nubile young starlet who seems to be in every romantic comedy

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Recent Examples of nubile Our president shares our love of young, nubile girls. — Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 23 Dec. 2025 In the case being appealed, nubile young Karlyn asked for a two-year sentence. — Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 30 July 2025 That includes the horror genre, which has typically been focused on terrorizing nubile youth. — Dennis Harvey, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025 Michelle Randolph plays Ainsley Norris, Tommy’s 17-year-old nubile high school senior. — Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 9 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for nubile

Recent Examples of Synonyms for nubile

Adjective

As databases go, there’s nothing sexy — and certainly nothing secret — about them.

— Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
The Gillian is a classic, sexy cat-eye frame with a gold-tone temple that appears wrapped in magical vines.

— Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of sexy

Adjective

While well-known for a number of onscreen roles, including Wadsworth in Clue, Curry is most associated with playing the mad, seductive scientist in the 1975 Rocky Horror film.

— Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Chocolate may have seductive ingredients like fat and sugar, but the chocolate bar doesn’t change its recipe based on who is eating it.

— Larry Magid, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of seductive

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

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

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

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 house is about nine miles from Shrewsbury, putting it close to the charming market town’s restaurants and shops, with London reachable in under three hours.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 26 Aug. 2026
Cook will play Elias Clarke, who is handsome, charming, and quietly persuasive.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of charming

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