comely

• Adjectif désuet signifiant agréable à regarder, attrayant ou beau physiquement.

An old-fashioned adjective meaning pleasant to look at; attractive or fair in appearance.

1. Pleasing in appearanceC1formal

   Having a pleasing and attractive appearance, especially in a wholesome or graceful way.

   Agréable à regarder

   • She was a comely young woman with a gentle smile.
   • The comely landscape of the valley captivated all visitors.
   • He was known for his comely features and kind demeanor.

   Synonymesattractivebeautifulfairgracefulhandsomelovelypleasingpretty

   Antonymesplainrepulsiveuglyunattractiveunsightly

2. Proper or suitableC2formal

   In accordance with accepted standards of behavior or good taste; appropriate.

   Convenable, approprié

   • Her comely conduct at the formal dinner was praised by everyone.
   • It is not comely to interrupt when someone is speaking.
   • He always maintained a comely and respectful attitude toward his elders.

   Synonymesdecorousfittingproperseemlysuitable

   Antonymesimproperinappropriateunbecomingunseemlyunsuitable