Quaint

usgb/kweɪnt/
adjective

Old-fashioned, unusual or different in a way that is adorable or endearing.

She lived in a quaint cottage in the countryside.
Visual representation of "quaint" - Old-fashioned, unusual or different in a way that is adorable or endearing.

Often appears as...

  • quaint little town
  • quaint old-fashioned charm
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Endearing Old-fashion

Use 'quaint' to describe things that feel pleasantly out of time, like items from the past.

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The quilt at the fair had a quaint charm.
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Small Town Feel

'Quaint' often relates to small, rural towns with a cozy or traditional aesthetic.

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We visited a quaint village during our trip.
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Not Modern

The word 'quaint' suggests something is not modern or up-to-date, but still appealing.

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She uses a quaint old typewriter for her letters.
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