adj
homey
HOH-mee
Homey (adj) means Cosy and comfortable, like home. Example: “They decorated the cabin to feel homey rather than sterile.”
adj
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Cosy and comfortable, like home.
"They decorated the cabin to feel homey rather than sterile."
How to use homey
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWarm and comfortable in a way that reminds you of home.
Common pairings
homey atmosphere
homey feel
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Word forms
- Comparative
- homier
- Superlative
- homiest
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They decorated the cabin to feel _____ rather than sterile.
Etymology
From home plus the adjective-forming suffix -y.
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What does “homey” mean?
The word “homey” means cosy and comfortable, like home. In plain terms, warm and comfortable in a way that reminds you of home.
How do you pronounce “homey”?
“Homey” is pronounced HOH-mee (/ˈhoʊmi/ in IPA).
How do you use “homey” in a sentence?
Here is “homey” used in a sentence: “They decorated the cabin to feel homey rather than sterile.”
What part of speech is “homey”?
“Homey” is an adjective.
