Nice Definition

nice
adjective
  1. pleasant or pleasing or agreeable in nature or appearance; "what a nice fellow you are and we all thought you so nasty"- George Meredith; "nice manners"; "a nice dress"; "a nice face"; "a nice day"; "had a nice time at the party"; "the corn and tomatoes are nice today"
  2. socially or conventionally correct; refined or virtuous; "from a decent family"; "a nice girl"
  3. done with delicacy and skill; "a nice bit of craft"; "a job requiring nice measurements with a micrometer"; "a nice shot"
  4. excessively fastidious and easily disgusted; "too nice about his food to take to camp cooking"; "so squeamish he would only touch the toilet handle with his elbow"
  5. exhibiting courtesy and politeness; "a nice gesture"
noun
  1. a city in southeastern France on the Mediterranean; the leading resort on the French Riviera

"Nice" in song lyrics

See how nice is used in real songs:

  • "Now Kid Ice, you know you're twice as nice"
    2 Live Crew — 2 Live is What We Are... (Word)
  • "Gettin' a buzz, feelin' kinda nice"
    2 Live Crew — Hangin' Out
  • "She'll get any man and treat him nice"
    2 Live Crew — I Can't Go for That

Usage tips for "nice"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "nice" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for nice to find words that pair well.

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