homey

adjective

variants also homy
Definition of homeynext
as in homely
chiefly US comfortable or familiar like home a homey restaurant with a warm fireplace a homey atmosphere

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Recent Examples of homey In this easy recipe, orzo imparts a comforting creaminess to a homey chicken soup. — Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2026 In some ways Bartlow mirrors the choice of some fine dining chefs in Spain to trade perfectly plated still lifes for deep, homey flavors that cover every inch of the table. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Sep. 2026 This homey recipe will satisfy burger cravings and save you a trip to the fast food drive-thru. — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2026 The stone cabins and canteen made of rounded river rocks showcase the rustic, homey appeal of the campground, whose outward appearance had changed little since 1922, according to the NPS. — Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for homey
Recent Examples of Synonyms for homey
  1. homely
  2. comfortable
  3. relaxing
  4. pleasant
  5. hospitable
  6. homelike
Adjective
  • Prefer to watch your football in more homely surroundings at a venue that might be a little imperfect but offers a bit more character?
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • L'Apogée Courchevel L'Apogée Courchevel L'Apogée Courchevel L'Apogée Courchevel This 55-room Oetker Hotel atop the former Olympic ski jump was collaboratively designed by India Madhavi and Joseph Durand, a charming fairytale cottage of cozy corners and homely touches.
    — Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
Definition of homely
Adjective
  • Families would do well to check into either the Suisho suite—spacious and comfortable in accommodating rollaway beds or cots, with private dining available on the balcony—or Kinu, with its tatami mat floor sleeping area with family-friendly futons.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Stock your medicine cabinet with a few essentials to help tackle common symptoms and keep you comfortable when illness strikes.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of comfortable
Adjective
  • Meanwhile, Cozy Earth and Brooklinen offer everything from soft sheets to plush comforters to help make your bedroom feel like a relaxing retreat.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Green Tones Soft sage, olive, and forest green connect indoor spaces to the natural world, creating a relaxing, mood-boosting atmosphere.
    — Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of relaxing
Adjective
  • Afternoons should be mild and mostly sunny, with lower humidity making outdoor plans more pleasant.
    — Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 2 Nov. 2026
  • As Los Angeles became more crowded and less pleasant a place to live, the high-handedness of Southern California developers and officialdom occasionally got those hands slapped.
    — Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of pleasant
Adjective
  • Backers envision more riverside development bringing tourists to kayak, fish and otherwise enjoy cleaner waterways that are more hospitable to native plants and animals.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Music’s mainstream is also currently less hospitable to hip-hop than its been in years past, leaving real estate up for grabs (Drake is the only rapper to post a top 10 Hot 100 hit as a lead artist in 2026).
    — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of hospitable
Adjective
  • One of the goals is to create a homelike setting, such as hanging plants, pets and children visiting with residents, with a focus on autonomy and flexibility.
    — Helen Dennis, Daily News, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Once a residence and the island’s largest private estate, accommodations here feel homelike yet with an elevated flair.
    — Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Definition of homelike

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“Homey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homey. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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