Main Entry: come·ly

Pronunciation: \ˈkəm-lē also ˈkōm- or ˈkäm-\

Function: adjective

Inflected Form(s): come·li·er; come·li·est

Etymology: Middle English comly, alteration of Old English cȳmlic glorious, from cȳme lively, fine; akin to Old High German kūmig weak

Date: 13th century

1 : pleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
2 : having a pleasing appearance : not homely or plain

synonyms see beautiful

— come·li·ness noun