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gorgeous, glamorous, elegant, dazzlingly beautiful
Describes a striking, colorful beauty, especially of women, clothing, or flowers. Implies richness, vibrancy, and visual splendor, with an aesthetic quality rooted in traditional Japanese sensibility.
Usage
A literary and aesthetic term frequently used in writing, especially to describe traditional Japanese beauty. Conveys rich, vibrant beauty with a sense of luxurious elegance. Often applied to women in traditional dress, flowers, and traditional arts.
Common patterns
Common collocations
- 艶やかな着物: gorgeous kimono
- 艶やかな姿: glamorous figure/appearance
- 艶やかな色合い: gorgeous coloring
- 艶やかに咲く: to bloom gorgeously