homely

adjective
UK: /ˈhəʊmli/
US: /ˈhoʊmli/

  1. Having a simple and comfortable style, like being at home; not fancy or modern.

    1. The restaurant has a homely feel, with its warm colors.
    2. Their small cottage has a very homely atmosphere, which makes me want to visit again.

  2. Plain or unattractive in appearance.

    1. She described herself as a homely girl with glasses.
    2. While some considered her homely, her intelligence captivated everyone she met.

Synonyms

cozy comfortable plain unattractive

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "homely" in English means: Having a simple and comfortable style, like being at home; not fancy or modern., Plain or unattractive in appearance..

The phonetic transcription of "homely" is /ˈhəʊmli/ in British English and /ˈhoʊmli/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "homely": cozy, comfortable, plain, unattractive.

Example usage of "homely": "The restaurant has a homely feel, with its warm colors.". More examples on the page.