Cute (adjective)

  1. Attractive and charming in appearance, especially because of being small and having a pleasing shape.
  2. Appealing and attractive, especially because of being small, lively, and modest or unaffected.
  3. Innocently or charmingly engaging; amiable.
  4. Having a charming or appealing personality or appearance.
  5. Adroit or clever, especially in the use of words or the practical application of skills.

Origin:

Late 18th century (as a noun denoting a trick): alteration of acute, probably suggested by the use of cute in the senses "keen, shrewd" and "clever, sharp".

Examples:

  1. The baby was so cute with her little dimples and curly hair.
  2. She was wearing a cute dress that showed off her figure.
  3. The puppy was so cute with its wagging tail and big eyes.
  4. She had a cute smile that lit up her whole face.
  5. His cute jokes made everyone laugh.
Some random words: inessential, twitchy, prodigality