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   comely

   /ˈkʌmli/

   adjective

   • 1. pleasant to look at; attractive (typically used of a woman): archaic, humorous "the comely Italian actress Valeria Golino"
   • ▪ agreeable; suitable: archaic, humorous "a comely specimen"

   Word Origin Middle English: probably shortened from becomely ‘fitting, becoming’, from become.

   Derivatives

   • 1. comeliness noun

   Scrabble Points: 13

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   What does comely mean?

   • Get a quick, free translation! COMELY definition: 1. A comely woman is attractive in appearance. 2. A comely woman is attractive in appearance.. Learn more.

   COMELY | English meaning

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   What does a comely man look like?

   • A comely and very full beard covered his cheeks and chin. He was a gentleman of a very grave and comely aspect, of an obliging carriage, of a sober life, and a pious conversation. The comely women wear braided hair, which is braided in bands and twisted round the head and bedecked with flowers.

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   What are some synonyms for the word 'comely'?

   • Comely (adjective) is synonymous with attractive, fair, good-looking, personable, and pleasing. Similar words include ['kʌmlɪ] 'untimely', 'extremely', 'omelette', 'homeland', 'homeless', 'come home', 'melt', and 'camel'. Comely means 'according with custom or propriety' and is 'very pleasing to the eye'.

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   What does the word 'comely' mean in the Bible?

   • In the Bible, 'comely' is an older word meaning 'pleasing in appearance, attractive'. It can also mean 'proper'. Psalm 147:1 in the KJV reads: 'Praise ye the LORD: for it is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely.' In the CSB, this reads: 'Hallelujah!'

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3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishCOMELY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Comely is an old-fashioned or literary adjective that means attractive in appearance. Learn how to use it in sentences, compare it with bonny, and see translations in different languages.

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     COMELY meaning: 1. A comely woman is attractive in...

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     comely translate: charmant. Learn more in the Cambridge...

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     COMELY translate: anmutig. Learn more in the Cambridge...

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     comely translate: hermoso, atractivo. Learn more in the...

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     COMELY pronunciation. How to say COMELY. Listen to the audio...

   • Bonny

     BONNY definition: 1. beautiful and healthy: 2. beautiful and...

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   Comely means pleasing to the eye or having a pleasing appearance. Learn about its synonyms, history, examples, and usage in this dictionary entry.

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   Comely means attractive or appropriate. A comely girl is pretty. A comely hairstyle is flattering. If your manners are comely, it means you know the right way to act to put people at their ease.

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   Comely means pleasing in appearance, attractive, or fair. It is an adjective derived from Old English cȳmlīc, meaning lovely or exquisite. See synonyms, word history, and example sentences of comely.

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   Comely is an adjective and noun that means attractive, beautiful, or pleasing. It comes from Old English and has eight meanings, five of which are obsolete. Learn more about its usage, frequency, and history in the Oxford English Dictionary.

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   Comely means pleasing and wholesome in appearance, attractive, or suitable. Find out the origin, pronunciation, and translations of comely in different languages.

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   Jul 17, 2024 · Learn the meaning, pronunciation, etymology, and usage of the adjective and verb comely, which means attractive, beautiful, or proper. See synonyms, antonyms, and examples from literature and history.