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