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

Azizam, the Silver Lake cafe embracing homier-style cooking (where specials like autumnal short rib simmer with quince, prunes, carrots and potatoes) represents a rare, wonderful exception. —Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2026

My favorite dish is the simple, homey Zacatepec enchiladas, stuffed with tender chicken and topped with a bright, slightly spicy green sauce. —Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 22 Jan. 2026

Recently, the hotel has become part of a new wave reshaping Croatia’s luxury scene—less yacht-party, more low-key Riviera chic—while still maintaining a homey feel. —Jonnie Bayfield, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026

It’s located in a humble, homey space on Jackson Street that accommodates a limited number of diners at tables. —John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 21 Jan. 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