Homely (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Plain and unpretentious; "homely truths"; "letters to his son full of homely advice"; "homely fare".
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Meaning 2
Lacking in physical beauty or proportion; "a homely child"; "several of the buildings were downright homely"; "a plain girl with a freckled face".
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Examples
- The homely little cottage on the outskirts of town was often overlooked by tourists.
- Her homely appearance made it difficult for her to make friends in high school.
- The old, worn furniture gave the room a homely feel that was somehow comforting.
- Despite her homely features, she had a warm and caring personality that drew people to her.
- The artist's use of bold colors and abstract shapes couldn't compensate for the homely proportions of the sculpture.
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Meaning 3
Having a feeling of home; cozy and comfortable; "the homely everyday atmosphere"; "a homey little inn".
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Meaning 4
Without artificial refinement or elegance; "plain homely furniture"; "homely manners".
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