English adjective: homely | |||
1. | homely lacking in physical beauty or proportion | ||
Samples | A homely child. Several of the buildings were downright homely. A plain girl with a freckled face. | ||
Synonyms | plain | ||
Similar | unattractive | ||
Antonyms | attractive | ||
2. | homely having a feeling of home; cozy and comfortable | ||
Samples | The homely everyday atmosphere. A homey little inn. | ||
Synonyms | homelike, homey, homy | ||
Similar | comfortable, comfy | ||
Antonyms | uncomfortable | ||
3. | homely plain and unpretentious | ||
Samples | Homely truths. Letters to his son full of homely advice. Homely fare. | ||
Similar | plain | ||
Antonyms | fancy | ||
4. | homely without artificial refinement or elegance | ||
Samples | Plain homely furniture. Homely manners. | ||
Similar | inelegant | ||
Antonyms | elegant | ||