COMELY


Meaning of COMELY in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈkəm-lē also ]

ˈkōm- or ˈkäm- adjective

( come·li·er ; -est )

Etymology: Middle English comly, alteration of Old English cȳmlic glorious, from cȳme lively, fine; akin to Old High German kūmig weak

Date: 13th century

1. : pleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion

2. : having a pleasing appearance : not homely or plain

Synonyms: see beautiful

• come·li·ness noun

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.