good-looking
good-looking
Pronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling for "good-looking" is /ˌɡʊdˈlʊk.ɪŋ/.
good: /ˌɡʊd/
look: /ˈlʊk/
ing: /ɪŋ/
Word Form Variations
Adjective: good-looking (no comparative or superlative forms are common; one might say "more good-looking" but it's often avoided or rephrased), good-looking (as a general adjective)
Noun: (No direct noun form; one refers to a "good-looking person" or "good looks")
Verb: (No direct verb form)
Adverb: (No direct adverb form)
Definitions, Synonyms and Antonyms
Adjective
Good-looking
Having an attractive appearance; pleasing to the eye.
Synonyms: attractive, handsome, beautiful, pretty, comely, appealing, striking, fetching
Antonyms: unattractive, ugly, plain, homely, unsightly
Examples of Use
Books
Fiction: Authors frequently describe characters as "good-looking" to convey their physical appearance. "The new detective was a surprisingly good-looking man with piercing blue eyes." A character might admire a "good-looking piece of antique furniture."
Self-help/Dating Guides: Books on personal appearance or dating advice might offer tips on "how to enhance your good-looking features."
Fashion/Style Books: These might discuss how to choose clothes that make you feel "good-looking."
Newspapers
Lifestyle/Fashion Sections: Articles often feature celebrities or models described as "good-looking." "The cast of the new show is remarkably good-looking" (People Magazine, June 2025).
Reviews (e.g., Car Reviews): Reviewers might comment on the aesthetics of a product. "The new sports car is undeniably good-looking with its sleek design."
Human Interest Stories: A story about a local hero might describe them as a "good-looking individual who captured hearts."
Online Publications
Dating Apps/Websites: Profiles explicitly use "good-looking" as a descriptor for potential matches, or users might swipe right on someone they find "good-looking."
Fashion/Beauty Blogs: Bloggers frequently showcase or review products and outfits that contribute to a "good-looking" appearance. "Achieve a good-looking glow with these skincare tips."
Social Media: Users post photos of themselves or others, and comments often include "good-looking" as a compliment. "You're so good-looking!"
Product Reviews (e.g., furniture, electronics): Reviewers often praise the design. "The new smart speaker is incredibly good-looking and blends well with home decor."
Various Entertainment Mediums and Platforms
Movies/TV Shows: Characters are often cast for their "good-looking" appearance, or dialogue might include compliments. A character might say, "He's very good-looking, isn't he?"
Reality TV (e.g., dating shows, modeling competitions): The premise often revolves around participants being "good-looking." Judges comment on contestants' looks.
Music Videos: Artists and dancers are often chosen for their "good-looking" features to enhance visual appeal.
Video Games (Character Customization): Players might spend time creating a "good-looking character" using various customization options.
Podcasts (about pop culture): Hosts might discuss which actors are considered "good-looking" or how physical attractiveness influences celebrity status.
General Public Discourse
Conversations: In daily speech, people commonly describe others as "good-looking." "That's a very good-looking car." "He's a nice guy, and quite good-looking too."
Compliments: "Good-looking" is a frequent compliment given to people about their appearance.
Dating/Relationships: People often express attraction using "good-looking." "I'm looking for someone kind and good-looking."
Workplace (informal): Colleagues might casually comment on a client's "good-looking presentation materials."
Marketing: Products are designed to be "good-looking" to attract consumers.
10 Quotes Using Good-Looking
"I'm not good-looking enough to be a leading man, but I'm too good-looking to be a character actor." (Jack Lemmon)
"True beauty lies far beyond merely being good-looking in appearance."
"A kind and compassionate heart makes any face instantly good-looking to the soul."
"He was not only intelligent and witty but also remarkably good-looking as well."
"The most compelling art is not always superficially good-looking, but it is always profoundly authentic."
"A genuinely good-looking exterior is often a mere reflection of inner peace and contentment."
"She focused on being kind and strong, allowing her inner self to make her truly good-looking."
"The subtle simplicity of nature's design is often its most strikingly good-looking feature."
"Being genuinely happy and at peace is the surest way to feel and appear good-looking."
"He eventually realized that true charm transcended merely being superficially good-looking."
Etymology
The word "good-looking" is a compound word formed from "good" and "looking."
The word "good" comes from the Old English word "gōd," which meant "excellent," "fine," or "virtuous."
The word "looking" is the present participle of "look," which comes from the Old English word "lōcian," meaning "to see" or "to gaze." 👀
The combined term "good-looking" emerged in English around the early 18th century. Its first known use referred to someone or something that was pleasing or agreeable to the eye, directly combining the sense of "good" with the act of "looking."
Phrases + Idioms Containing Good-Looking
A good-looking pair: Two people who are both attractive. "They make a good-looking pair at any event."
Good-looking set of teeth: Referring to attractive or well-aligned teeth. "He had a charming smile, showing off a good-looking set of teeth."
Good-looking enough to eat: Very attractive or appealing. "That dessert is good-looking enough to eat!"
A good-looking crowd: A group of people who are generally attractive. "The party attracted a good-looking crowd this year."
Too good-looking for one's own good: So attractive that it causes problems or invites unwanted attention. "He was often called too good-looking for his own good."
Not just good-looking: Emphasizing that someone has qualities beyond their appearance. "She's not just good-looking; she's incredibly intelligent too
Vocabulary-Based Stories from SEA
Source Information
Definition of good-looking from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
