Prettyish — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈpri-tē/ pret·ty

Meaning & Definition of Prettyish

Prettyish (adjective)

  1. artful, clever
  2. pat, apt
  3. pleasing by delicacy or grace

Prettyish (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in chocolate-box

Related Entry: Pretty (adjective)

Pretty is a different word from Prettyish. The synonyms below are for pretty, not for prettyish.

  1. very pleasing to look at

    "a pretty young girl"

  2. giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses

    "she was not a pretty sight after she fell off her horse and into the mud"

  3. meeting the requirements of a purpose or situation

    "their misalliance is as pretty an example of an ill-conceived marriage as you're likely to find"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Prettyish

The most common words with a similar meaning to Prettyish:

Slang: studly

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Prettyish

Words with the opposite meaning of Prettyish:

Word Forms of Prettyish

Inflections: prettier, prettiest

Derived words: prettily (adverb), prettyish (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Prettyish

Middle English praty, prety, from Old English prættig tricky, from prætt trick; akin to Old Norse prettr trick

First known use: before 12th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Prettyish

What does "Prettyish" mean?

"Prettyish" means artful, clever. As an adjective, it is defined as: artful, clever.

What is another word for "Prettyish"?

Other words for "Prettyish" include chocolate-box, personable, pleasant, presentable, desirable, dishy, dollish and foxy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Prettyish" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Prettyish"?

There are 55 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Prettyish". Common alternatives include chocolate-box, personable, pleasant, presentable, desirable, dishy, dollish, foxy, hot and luscious.

What is the opposite of "Prettyish"?

Antonyms of "Prettyish" include grotesque, hideous, homely, ill-favored, plain, ugly, unaesthetic and unattractive.

Is "Prettyish" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Prettyish" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Prettyish"?

"Prettyish" is pronounced /ˈpri-tē/ and divided into syllables as pret·ty.

What is the origin of the word "Prettyish"?

"Prettyish" comes from Middle English praty, prety, from Old English prættig tricky, from prætt trick; akin to Old Norse prettr trick. First known use: before 12th century.

What is another word for "Prettyish" meaning "as in chocolate-box"?

When "Prettyish" (adjective) means as in chocolate-box, synonyms include chocolate-box, personable, pleasant, presentable, desirable and dishy. Opposites in this sense include grotesque, hideous, homely and ill-favored.