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

Mama's is my favorite way to start my morning, both for its homey breakfast food and its communal, colorful vibe. —Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 5 Dec. 2025

Best Decor Wayfair Cyber Monday Deals Add seasonal touches and year-round homey upgrades with Wayfair’s decor deals. —Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025

Housed inside a replica of the historic Wallis Hotel, the Grapevine location offers multiple tasting areas, shareable bites, and themed wine events throughout the year with a setting that feels equal parts historic and homey. —Kat Stinson, Travel + Leisure, 30 Nov. 2025

Speaking of proposals, this classic soup is polished enough to serve at a wedding, but homey enough for a weeknight. —Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Nov. 2025

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