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