Homely

Pronunciation: /ˈhoʊmli/

Definitions of homely

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'homely' describes something that is simple, plain, or unattractive in appearance

Example Sentences

A1 My grandmother has a homely kitchen with a big wooden table.

A2 The small cottage we rented for the weekend was very homely and cozy.

B1 The homely decor of the bed and breakfast made us feel right at home.

B2 Despite its modest appearance, the inn had a homely charm that drew in many guests.

C1 The homely atmosphere of the restaurant was enhanced by the warm lighting and comfortable seating.

C2 The homely furnishings in the living room gave it a welcoming and inviting feel.

Examples of homely in a Sentence

formal The homely decor of the bed and breakfast inn created a warm and inviting atmosphere for guests.

informal I love coming home to my homely little apartment after a long day at work.

slang That cafe has a really homely vibe, it feels like you're hanging out at a friend's house.

figurative Despite its rough exterior, the old house had a homely charm that drew in visitors.

Grammatical Forms of homely

• past tense: homelied
• plural: homelies
• comparative: homelier
• superlative: homeliest
• present tense: homely
• future tense: will be homely
• perfect tense: has been homely
• continuous tense: is being homely
• singular: homely
• positive degree: homely
• infinitive: to be homely
• gerund: homelying
• participle: homelyed

Origin and Evolution of homely

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'homely' originated from the Old English word 'hāmlic', which meant 'pertaining to the home' or 'domestic'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'homely' shifted from 'simple and unpretentious' to 'plain or unattractive in appearance'. In American English, 'homely' is often used to mean 'cozy or comfortable', showing a divergence in usage between British and American English.