adv. In a suitable or becoming manner. [ R. ] Sherwood. [ 1913 Webster ]
a.
He that is comely when old and decrepit, surely was very beautiful when he was young. South. [ 1913 Webster ]
Not once perceive their foul disfigurement
But boast themselves more comely than before. Milton. [ 1913 Webster ]
This is a happier and more comely time
Than when these fellows ran about the streets,
Crying confusion. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
It is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely. Ps. cxlvii. 1. [ 1913 Webster ]
adv. In a becoming manner. Ascham. [ 1913 Webster ]
a.
He that is comely when old and decrepit, surely was very beautiful when he was young. South. [ 1913 Webster ]
Not once perceive their foul disfigurement
But boast themselves more comely than before. Milton. [ 1913 Webster ]
This is a happier and more comely time
Than when these fellows ran about the streets,
Crying confusion. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
It is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely. Ps. cxlvii. 1. [ 1913 Webster ]
adv. In a becoming manner. Ascham. [ 1913 Webster ]