Meaning & Definition of Homely in English

1. Lacking in physical beauty or proportion

• "A homely child"

• "Several of the buildings were downright homely"

• "A plain girl with a freckled face"

2. Having a feeling of home

• Cozy and comfortable

• "The homely everyday atmosphere"

• "A homey little inn"

3. Plain and unpretentious

• "Homely truths"

• "Letters to his son full of homely advice"

• "Homely fare"

4. Without artificial refinement or elegance

• "Plain homely furniture"

• "Homely manners"