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Come"ly (kŭm"lӗ), a. [Compar. Comelier (?); superl. Comeliest.] [OE. comeliche, AS. cyml&ī;c; cyme suitable (fr. cuman to come, become) + l&ī;c like.] 1. Pleasing or agreeable to the sight; well-proportioned; good-looking; handsome.
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He that is comely when old and decrepit, surely was very beautiful when he was young. South.
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Not once perceive their foul disfigurement
But boast themselves more comely than before. Milton.
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2. Suitable or becoming; proper; agreeable.
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This is a happier and more comely time
Than when these fellows ran about the streets,
Crying confusion. Shak.
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It is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely. Ps. cxlvii. 1.
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Come"ly, adv. In a becoming manner. Ascham.
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