lovely

Definition

Delightful for beauty, harmony, or grace.

Etymology

From Middle English lovely, luvelich, lufli, from Old English luflīċ, luflīc (“amiable, loving, lovable”), equivalent to love + -ly.

Example Sentences

• "It's a lovely day and the sun is shining."
• "The music box plays a lovely melody."
• "The castle garden enchants visitors with its lovely blooms."