Homely
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhəʊmli/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Homely is an adjective meaning Characteristic of, belonging to, or befitting a home; domestic, cosy.
Meaning
Characteristic of, belonging to, or befitting a home; domestic, cosy.
More Meanings
- (Canada, US) Lacking in beauty or elegance, plain in appearance, physically unattractive.
- (UK dialectal) On intimate or friendly terms with (someone); familiar; at home (with a person); intimate.
- (UK dialectal, of animals) Domestic; tame.
- (UK dialectal) Personal; private.
- (UK dialectal) Friendly; kind; gracious; cordial.
- (India) Conservative and family-oriented.
- Simple; plain; familiar; unelaborate; unadorned.
Example Sentences
There is none so homely but loves a looking-glass.
I am seeking a beautiful homely girl for marriage.
Other homely details in the stories — preparing a salad, diapering a baby
With all these men I was right homely, and communed with them long and oft.
Word Forms
- homelier
- homeliest
Synonyms for homely
Depending on context, synonyms include plain, simple, comfortable, comfy, unattractive, homy.
Antonyms for homely
Common opposites include comely.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include homelike, homey, homy, plain, comfy, comfortable.
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Sources & Attribution
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