homey

1 of 2

adjective

hom·​ey ˈhō-mē 

variants or less commonly homy

homier; homiest

1

: homelike

a homey atmosphere

also : evocative of home

a homey meal

2

: homely sense 3

homey anecdotes

homeyness noun

or hominess

homey

2 of 2

noun

ˈhō-mē 

variants or homie

plural homeys or homies

: homeboy

Examples of homey in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

In the decades that followed, subsequent generations of the Faessler family transformed the inn into a large, modern hotel, adding additional rooms and upscale amenities like an indoor pool and tennis courts, all while maintaining its homey hospitality and charm. —Sarah Kuta, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026

The suite strikes a glamorous yet homey balance, down to the wooden window shutters and classic board games. —Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 6 Feb. 2026

This hideaway offers 108 square feet of homey style. —Sarah Scott, Parents, 5 Feb. 2026

While there’s a lot to appreciate about the charm of her kitchen or the inviting, homey feel of her guest room, there’s nothing quite like the comforting warmth of grandma’s living room. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

by shortening & alteration

First Known Use

Adjective

1856, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1929, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for homey

• foamy
• komi
• loamy
• bonhomie
• naomi
• salome
• colostomy
• lobotomy
• potawatomi
• tracheostomy

Kids Definition

homey

adjective

hom·​ey

ˈhō-mē

homier; homiest

: resembling or suggestive of a home

homeyness noun

or hominess