comelier; comeliest
1
: pleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion
Going in with him, they observed that all was neat and comely …—
Willa Cather
2
: having a pleasing appearance : not homely or plain
a comely young woman
comeliness
noun
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