Definition of homely

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • homely is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • homely is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
  • homely is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 14

Definition of homely


  • having a feeling of home; cozy and comfortable (adjective)

    Examples

    1. the homely everyday atmosphere

    Synonyms

    1. homelike
    2. homey
    3. homy
  • lacking in physical beauty or proportion (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a homely child
    2. several of the buildings were downright homely

    Synonyms

    1. plain
  • plain and unpretentious (adjective)

    Examples

    1. homely truths
    2. letters to his son full of homely advice
    3. homely fare
  • without artificial refinement or elegance (adjective)

    Examples

    1. plain homely furniture
    2. homely manners

See definition of homely in Merriam Webster