CEFR B2

comely

adjective

Meaning

Pleasing in appearance; attractive, especially in a wholesome or wholesome way.

Examples

She was a comely young woman with bright eyes and a cheerful smile.
The village was filled with comely cottages nestled among rolling hills.

Synonyms: pretty, attractive, handsome, beautiful, stunning

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comely (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈkʌmli/

Definition

Pleasing in appearance; attractive, especially in a wholesome or wholesome way.

Examples

She was a comely young woman with bright eyes and a cheerful smile.
The village was filled with comely cottages nestled among rolling hills.
He found her comely, not in a flashy way, but with a natural, understated beauty.

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