nice

adjective /naɪs/

Pleasant, agreeable, or kind.

Quick answer

Common synonyms for "nice" include pleasant, lovely, delightful, enjoyable, agreeable, charming. Choose by context — see groups below.

Synonyms for "nice"

nice — pleasant or enjoyable

pleasantlovelydelightfulenjoyableagreeablecharming

nice — friendly or kind

friendlykindwarmamiableconsideratethoughtful

nice — fine or subtle

subtlefineprecisedelicaterefined

Antonyms for "nice"

unpleasantrudeharshmeandisagreeable

Examples in context

  • We had a nice dinner with old friends.
  • She's a nice person — easy to work with.
  • There's a nice distinction between confidence and arrogance.
Usage note

“Nice” is the classic vague word. In writing, replace it with something that says exactly what you mean.