Entry Word: nice

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 following the established traditions of refined society and good taste <had nice manners> — see proper 1
2 giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses <a cool glass of lemonade sure would be nice> — see pleasant
3 hard to please <she's far too nice to entertain> — see finicky
4 having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations <such a nice person> — see amiable
5 made or done with extreme care and accuracy <folded the clothes in a very nice way> — see fine 2