Homely ( adjective , adverb , noun )

(As an adjective)

Homely ( adjective )

1. Having a homely appearance; plain and unattractive.
2. Suitable for or reminiscent of a home; cozy and comfortable.

Origin:

Old english hāmlic, from hām "home" + -lic "like". .

Examples:

1. She had a homely face, but a warm and friendly smile.
2. The little country inn had a homely atmosphere that made us feel right at home.
3. The soup was homely but comforting on a cold winter day.
4. The cottage was small and homely, but it had everything we needed.
5. The homely room was cozy and inviting.

(As an adverb)

Homely ( adverb )

1. Having a homely appearance; plain and unattractive.
2. Suitable for or reminiscent of a home; cozy and comfortable.

Origin:

Old english hāmlic, from hām "home" + -lic "like". .

Examples:

1. She had a homely face, but a warm and friendly smile.
2. The little country inn had a homely atmosphere that made us feel right at home.
3. The soup was homely but comforting on a cold winter day.
4. The cottage was small and homely, but it had everything we needed.
5. The homely room was cozy and inviting.

(As a noun)

Homely ( noun )

1. Having a homely appearance; plain and unattractive.
2. Suitable for or reminiscent of a home; cozy and comfortable.

Origin:

Old english hāmlic, from hām "home" + -lic "like". .

Examples:

1. She had a homely face, but a warm and friendly smile.
2. The little country inn had a homely atmosphere that made us feel right at home.
3. The soup was homely but comforting on a cold winter day.
4. The cottage was small and homely, but it had everything we needed.
5. The homely room was cozy and inviting.