Definition

More attractive or pleasing in appearance than something else.

Example

The garden looked sightlier after the flowers bloomed.

Conversation

I think this park is looking sightlier than ever after the renovations.

Absolutely! The new flowers really brighten up the area.

Yeah, it feels more inviting now, doesn’t it?

For sure! I could spend all day here enjoying the view.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sightlier → It is formed from "sight" (from Old English "sīht", meaning the ability to see) and "-lier" (a comparative suffix indicating more). The word "sightlier" means more capable of being seen or more visually appealing than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sight' as the ability to see, and remember that 'sightlier' means something is more pleasing to the eye.

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