It is common in informal speech and writing but is neither rare nor wrong in serious discourse. Pretty (comparative prettier, superlative prettiest) pleasant to the sight or other senses Attractive, especially of women or children [from 15th c.] coordinate term, near synonym quotations coordinate term We can use pretty as an adverb, before an adjective or another adverb, meaning ‘quite, but not extremely’ … that's a pretty hat you're wearing
The sofa was covered in very pretty flowery material She's got such a pretty daughter She looked pretty in a simple cotton dress. Pleasing or attractive to the eye, as by delicacy or gracefulness. See examples of pretty used in a sentence. If you describe someone as pretty, you mean that they are attractive
There are 20 meanings listed in oed's entry for the word pretty, four of which are labelled obsolete See ‘meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. Some common synonyms of pretty are beautiful, comely, fair, handsome, and lovely While all these words mean exciting sensuous or aesthetic pleasure, pretty often applies to superficial or insubstantial attractiveness. pretty little baby is a song written by don stirling and bill nauman for american singer connie francis Produced by jim vienneau and norro wilson, it was included in her 1962 mgm records album connie francis sings second hand love & other hits
Pretty decent is a unique spot that exceeds expectations This botany shop and cocktail bar excels in both areas, offering healthy and vibrant house plants and tastefully crafted cocktails at reasonable prices.
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