adjective

cute

attractive, pretty, charming

That is a very cute puppy.

That is a very cute puppy.

He thinks he's so cute.

He thinks he's so clever.

((noun)) describes a noun That is a very cute puppy.

Synonyms: adorable, charming, pretty; Antonyms: ugly, unattractive

Shortened from 'acute', meaning 'sharp-witted'. The sense of 'attractive' developed later.

Imagine a 'cute' kitten playing with a cube.

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