Meaning & use

homey

adjective·Everyday

Comfortable, cozy, and pleasant, in a way that resembles a welcoming home.

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The small cafe had a homey feel with mismatched chairs and soft lighting.

She decorated the rental apartment to make it feel more homey.

A note on using this word

Homey is informal and mainly used in American English; homely is the more common British equivalent for this sense.

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