Meaning & Definition of word "Lovely"

Lovely

/ˈlʌvli/

adjective:

  • 1. Beautiful or attractive in a way that gives pleasure or enjoyment.
    • Example: The garden was filled with lovely flowers blooming in vibrant colors.
  • 2. Delightful; very pleasing.
    • Example: She has a lovely smile that lights up the room.
  • 3. Charming; endearing.
    • Example: We had a lovely time at the picnic with our friends.
  • 4. Of a kind or friendly nature.
    • Example: 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 of lovely

Meaning: Used to describe something that is very nice.

Example Sentence: That cake looks lovely!

Meaning: A term of endearment for someone attractive.

Example Sentence: Hey, lovely! How are you?