sun-kissed
Americanadjective
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(of skin) tanned or bronzed, or (of hair) lightened in color, by or as if by the sun.
This natural bronzer enriches your skin and adds radiant, sun-kissed color.
A newer trend is for sun-kissed blonde hair and darker roots.
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abounding in sunshine; characteristically sunny.
His work has taken him all over the world, from the sun-kissed beaches of Zanzibar to the icy wastes of the Arctic Circle.
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evoking sunshine or sunny weather.
We only use peak season tomatoes, so the sauce is filled with sun-kissed deliciousness.
The festival kicked off with one of my favorite bands drenching the early afternoon in sun-kissed tropical pop.
Etymology
Origin of sun-kissed
First recorded in 1820–30
Example Sentences
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I got there early, and the place was packed with customers who had a sun-kissed glow that only comes with an abundance of spare time and disposable income.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2026
A thriving fashion empire, a beautiful young family and the means to frequent exclusive enclaves in sun-kissed Ibiza and snowy St. Moritz.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026
“The Madison” makes the most of that with cinematography that lingers on her face as if it were part of Montana’s sun-kissed natural beauty.
From Salon ● Mar. 23, 2026
Swiss master Marco Odermatt won that day in Val Gardena, but had to be happy with fourth in a sun-kissed Wengen, a result that consolidates his healthy lead atop the overall standings.
From Barron's ● Jan. 16, 2026
I met the most gorgeous boy with the most sun-kissed cheeks, and the weird part is, I honestly think he was into me.
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
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