comely
7 synonyms and 4 antonyms for comely, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Pleasant to look at; attractive, especially in a wholesome or modest way.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use comely
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
comely lass
comely appearance
Fairly literary or old-fashioned in modern English; rare in everyday speech.
Etymology
From Old English cymlic, meaning "beautiful" or "splendid," combined with the suffix -lic ("-like").
Full origin of comely →Frequently asked questions
What does “comely” mean?
The word “comely” means pleasant to look at; attractive, especially in a wholesome or modest way. In plain terms, an old-fashioned way of saying someone or something is good-looking, without the intensity of "gorgeous" or "stunning.".
How do you pronounce “comely”?
“Comely” is pronounced KUHM-lee (/ˈkʌmli/ in IPA).
How do you use “comely” in a sentence?
Here is “comely” used in a sentence: “The novel describes her as a comely young woman with quiet confidence.”
What part of speech is “comely”?
“Comely” is an adjective.
Where does the word “comely” come from?
The word “comely” comes from Old English. From Old English cymlic, meaning "beautiful" or "splendid," combined with the suffix -lic ("-like").
