C1adjectivehome
US/ˈhoʊm.li/
UK/ˈhəʊm.li/
(British) simple, warm and comfortable, like home; (American) not attractive
In context
The guesthouse has a homely atmosphere, and the owner cooks breakfast for every guest.
We ate a simple, homely meal of rice, fish and vegetable soup.
The café feels homely, with old armchairs, shelves of books and a sleepy cat.
Words that go with homely
adjective + noun
- homely atmosphereSmall hotels often have a more homely atmosphere.
- homely feelPlants and soft lights give the office a homely feel.
- homely placeMy aunt's house is a homely place full of plants.
- homely touchFresh flowers add a homely touch to the hotel room.
- homely foodThe restaurant serves cheap, homely food like braised pork and rice.
- homely mealAfter a week of fast food, I just wanted a homely meal.