G-rated

American  

[jee-rey-tid] / ˈdʒiˌreɪ tɪd /

adjective

1. (of a motion picture) deemed suitable for viewers of all ages.

   a G-rated film.

2. innocent; inoffensive: a G-rated first date.

   G-rated language;

   a G-rated first date.

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Etymology

Origin of G-rated

First recorded in 1965–70; G-(eneral) ( def. ) + rate ¹ ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

She and her husband usually choose G-rated films, with limited payoff for the grown-ups.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

As he tore past the Atlanta sideline, he glanced over and playfully raised his hand to form a G-rated gesture.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2025

The director said the expectation was to steer away from PG- or G-rated movies and to be funny by pushing the boundaries along with an emotional storyline.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 26, 2024

Roberts said she'd had a "G-rated career" - referring to the US film rating for movies suitable for a general audience.

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2024

Phil would be an idiot to tell her even if all our interactions are G-rated.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed