Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

quaint

Adjective
/kwɛɪnt/
Definition
Attractively unusual or old-fashioned.
Examples
  • The village had a quaint little café where tourists love to gather.
  • She wore a quaint dress that reminded everyone of the 19th century.
  • The quaint architecture of the house caught everyone’s eye.
Meaning
The term ‘quaint’ describes something that is charmingly unusual or has a distinctive appeal, often because of its age or how it is perceived as traditional.
Synonyms
  • Charming
  • Chic
  • Fanciful
  • Old-fashioned
  • Picturesque