adj
folksy
fohk-see
adj
1
Friendly, simple, and informal in a way that evokes traditional or rural community life.
"The mayor had a folksy charm that made voters feel at ease."
"The diner had a folksy decor with quilts and old farm tools on the walls."
How to Use Folksy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHomely, friendly, and down-to-earth, in a traditional or old-fashioned way.
Common pairings
folksy charm
folksy wisdom
a folksy manner
Word Forms
folksier comparative, more folksy comparative, folksiest superlative, most folksy superlative
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Etymology
From "folks" plus the adjective ending "-y."