Comeliness
['kʌmlinis]
Definition
(n.) The quality or state of being comely.
Editor: Ramon
Synonyms and Synonymous
n. [1]. Propriety, fitness, suitableness.[2]. Symmetry, grace, gracefulness, beauty.
Typed by Camilla
Examples
- Your comeliness is law with Mr. Wildeve. Thomas Hardy. The Return of the Native.
- Had disease laid her hand heavy upon his strength and comeliness? Walter Scott. Ivanhoe.
- But there is no question that these picturesque maidens sadly lack comeliness. Mark Twain. The Innocents Abroad.
- This is the interval between a good and bad man in happiness only: what must be the difference between them in comeliness of life and virtue! Plato. The Republic.
- The late repairs and decorations add both to the comeliness and the comfort of the Coliseum. Mark Twain. The Innocents Abroad.
- If one be calm and resolute he can look upon their comeliness and live. Mark Twain. The Innocents Abroad.
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