A word used mostly by and between girls. Often used as a
compliment of some sort about physical
appearance or objects - hair, makeup, clothes, shoes - although it cannot be determined whether it is
authentic or insulting, unless you are a girl.
Girls rarely/never use the word cute when talking about guys. There are many other words for that.
<screams>
Oh My God!!! Your purse is soooooooo CUTE!</screams>
Overheard: "I was deciding which outfit to wear when going out: my cute pair of
high heels... with this cute skirt and cute top..."