cute

A1
Pronunciation
/kjuːt/
Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Possessing physical features, behaviors, personality traits or other properties that are mainly attributed to infants and small or cuddly animals; e.g. fair, dainty, round, and soft physical features, disproportionately large eyes and head, playfulness, fragility, helplessness, curiosity or shyness, innocence, affectionate behavior.

Example Sentences
  • Our reaction to cute attributes is understood as the way nature ensures mammals care for their young.
2 Definition

Generally, attractive or pleasing, especially in a youthful, dainty, quaint or fun-spirited way.

Example Sentences
  • Let's go to the mall and look for cute girls.
3 Definition

Affected or contrived to charm; mincingly clever; precious; cutesy.

Example Sentences
  • Don't get cute with me, boy!
4 Definition

Mentally keen or discerning (See also acute)

Synonyms
clever shrewd
Example Sentences
  • Cute trick, but can you do it consistently?