Handsomely: meaning, definitions and examples

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handsomely

 

[ หˆhรฆndsษ™mli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of doing

The term 'handsomely' refers to doing something in a generous, attractive, or significant manner. It often implies commendable qualities or is used to describe actions that are pleasing to the eye. In financial contexts, it might mean providing a large sum or a substantial amount. The word is generally used to elevate the quality of the action being described, making it more favorable or impressive.

Synonyms

generously, graciously, lavishly, richly.

Examples of usage

  • He was rewarded handsomely for his effort.
  • She dressed handsomely for the gala.
  • The investment paid off handsomely.
  • They lived handsomely in their new home.

Translations

Translations of the word "handsomely" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น generosamente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเค‚เคฆเคฐเคคเคพ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช gut aussehend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan baik

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฐั€ะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przystojnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ญ…ๅŠ›็š„ใซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท avec รฉlรฉgance

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ atractivamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yakฤฑลŸฤฑklฤฑ bir ลŸekilde

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž˜์ƒ๊ธฐ๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุดูƒู„ ูˆุณูŠู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pฤ›knฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pรดsobivo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‹ฑไฟŠๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ privlaฤno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fallega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำฉั€ั–ะบั‚ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ–แƒ แƒ“แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cazibษ™dar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ atractivamente

Etymology

The word 'handsomely' originates from the Middle English word 'handsome,' which meant 'easy to handle, agreeable, or suitable.' This evolved from the Old English 'handsum,' combining 'hand' and โ€˜-some,โ€™ a suffix denoting 'having a specified quality.' The structure of the word reflects its meaning, suggesting a pleasing or attractive quality in both appearance and manner. Over the centuries, 'handsome' has shifted slightly in meaning to become more associated with physical attractiveness and larger forms of generosity, especially in relation to rewards or gifts. By the late 16th century, the adverb form, 'handsomely,' was attested, often used in contexts that imply a level of sophistication or elegance in the manner something is done or presented. Thus, 'handsomely' captures both a physical and metaphorical elegance that adds depth to its usage across different contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,598, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.