Lovely
/ˈlʌvli/
Meaning & Definition
adjective
Beautiful or attractive in a way that gives pleasure or enjoyment.
The garden was filled with lovely flowers blooming in vibrant colors.
Delightful; very pleasing.
She has a lovely smile that lights up the room.
Charming; endearing.
We had a lovely time at the picnic with our friends.
Of a kind or friendly nature.
The host was very lovely, making everyone feel welcome.
Etymology
Middle English loveli, from lovy, from love.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lovely day
A day that is beautiful and pleasant.
lovely surprise
A pleasurable and unexpected event.
lovely person
Someone who is kind and pleasant.
Related Words
love
An intense feeling of deep affection.
loveliness
The quality of being lovely.
lovable
Inspiring or deserving love.
Slang Meanings
Used to describe something that is very nice.
That cake looks lovely!
A term of endearment for someone attractive.
Hey, lovely! How are you?