Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pretty-boy

noun

/ˈprɪti bɔɪ/

Definition

A young man who is considered attractive and spends a lot of time caring for his appearance.

Examples

He was often teased in school for being a pretty-boy, but he didn’t mind because he loved fashion.
The actor is known as a pretty-boy in Hollywood, earning many roles that highlight his looks.
When he walked into the room, everyone knew he was a pretty-boy, turning heads effortlessly.

Meaning

The term ‘pretty-boy’ often describes a male who is perceived as overly concerned with his looks, sometimes implying a sense of vanity or superficiality.