adv
handsomely
HANSM-lee
adv
1
Generously; in a way that gives more than expected.
"The investors were rewarded handsomely for their patience."
2
In an attractive or graceful manner.
"The dining room was handsomely decorated for the wedding."
How to Use Handsomely
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGenerously, or in an attractive/elegant way.
Common pairings
paid handsomely
rewarded handsomely
Word Forms
more handsomely comparative, most handsomely superlative
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Etymology
From "handsome" + the adverb-forming suffix "-ly."