adj. love·li·er, love·li·est 1. Beautiful especially in a pleasing or charming way. See Synonyms at beautiful. 2. Enjoyable; delightful: had a lovely weekend in the country. 3. Archaic Inspiring love or affection. 4. Obsolete Full of love; loving. n. pl. love·lies 1. A beautiful person, especially a woman. 2. A lovely object. loveli·ness n. lovely adv. |
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