Sightly — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈsīt-lē/ sight·ly

Meaning & Definition of Sightly

Sightly (adjective)

  1. pleasing to the sight, attractive
  2. affording a fine view

Sightly (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. very pleasing to look at

    "the calligrapher's sightly handwriting would be desirable on the diplomas"

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Sightly

The most common words with a similar meaning to Sightly:

Chiefly British: bonny

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Sightly

Words with the opposite meaning of Sightly:

Near Antonyms of Sightly

Word Forms of Sightly

Derived words: sightliness (noun), sightly (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Sightly

First known use: 1534

Frequently Asked Questions about Sightly

What does "Sightly" mean?

"Sightly" means pleasing to the sight, attractive. As an adjective, it is defined as: pleasing to the sight, attractive.

What is another word for "Sightly"?

Other words for "Sightly" include aesthetic, attractive, beauteous, beautiful, bonny, comely, cute and drop-dead. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Sightly" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Sightly"?

There are 81 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Sightly". Common alternatives include aesthetic, attractive, beauteous, beautiful, bonny, comely, cute, drop-dead, fair and fetching.

What is the opposite of "Sightly"?

Antonyms of "Sightly" include grotesque, hideous, homely, ill-favored, plain, ugly, unaesthetic and unattractive. Near antonyms include abhorrent, abominable, bad and disagreeable.

How do you use "Sightly" in a sentence?

Examples of "Sightly" in a sentence: "the calligrapher's sightly handwriting would be desirable on the diplomas".

Is "Sightly" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Sightly" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Sightly"?

"Sightly" is pronounced /ˈsīt-lē/ and divided into syllables as sight·ly.

What is the origin of the word "Sightly"?

First known use: 1534.