variants also bonnie
Definition of bonnynext
chiefly British
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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of bonny Instead, the Economy seat puts pressure on the bonny prominences of the hip and restricts blood circulation. New Atlas, 16 Dec. 2025 One of the most conspicuous heralds is a bonny buttercup named the winter aconite. Adrian Higgins, Washington Post, 4 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonny
Adjective
  • My friend has been in a long-term, live-in relationship with a lovely man.
    R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2026
  • Lake Vostok is said to be one of the loveliest places in Antarctica.
    Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 29 June 2026
Adjective
  • England's Anthony Gordon had a beautiful straight shot at Ghana's goal in the 57th minute, which landed straight in the arms of keeper Benjamin Asare.
    Monica Alba, NBC news, 24 June 2026
  • Mabinty was remembered as a beautiful soul whose kindness, love, and hardworking spirit touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
    Tammy Mutasa, CBS News, 24 June 2026
Adjective
  • The animals, the cool weather and the wonderful people of this region made for a memorable trip.
    Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
  • Bat boxes are a wonderful addition to your yard for attracting bats and giving them a safe place to live.
    The Spruce, The Spruce, 2 July 2026
Adjective
  • The new depot opened in 1912 and served for many years, although the handsome tiled building was razed decades ago.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 July 2026
  • As Washington, William Franklyn-Miller is tall, lean and model-handsome in a way that feels out of period.
    Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 1 July 2026
Adjective
  • And with such excellent transit, there can be much greater housing density.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 29 June 2026
  • His group stage has been consistently excellent without announcing itself — the kind of contribution that shows up in the table rather than the highlights.
    Sukhman Singh, New York Times, 29 June 2026
Adjective
  • Berries, given their naturally tiny nature, are a super cute choice.
    Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 3 July 2026
  • The pair have to find their friends (JJ included) which leads to a cute game of peekaboo.
    Parents, Parents, 3 July 2026
Adjective
  • Conwell played off the ball a lot but showed a nifty handle when given the chance, delivering a terrific pass in transition for a Jahmir Young score and swerving past a defender on a neat move to the basket before missing a shot at the rim.
    Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
  • He has been blessed with terrific talent but clearly has melded that talent to win games and keep the clubhouse on the same page.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
Adjective
  • Named after former First Lady Michelle Obama, Pear Nova's Michelle Our Mama is a gorgeous medium brown shade with neutral undertones.
    Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 27 June 2026
  • So far, that list includes luxurious hotels, gorgeous beaches, and a very special Neapolitan pizzeria.
    Anna Gentili, Vanity Fair, 27 June 2026

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“Bonny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonny. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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