adv

handsomely

HANSM-lee

Handsomely (adv) means Generously; in a way that gives more than expected. Example: “The investors were rewarded handsomely for their patience.”

adv

Generously; in a way that gives more than expected.

"The investors were rewarded handsomely for their patience."

In an attractive or graceful manner.

"The dining room was handsomely decorated for the wedding."

How to use handsomely

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishGenerously, or in an attractive/elegant way.

Common pairings

paid handsomely rewarded handsomely

more handsomely comparative, most handsomely superlative

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From "handsome" + the adverb-forming suffix "-ly."

rely comely lonely timely lovely homely widely lively lately rarely barely likely

What does “handsomely” mean?

The word “handsomely” means generously; in a way that gives more than expected. In plain terms, generously, or in an attractive/elegant way.

How do you pronounce “handsomely”?

“Handsomely” is pronounced HANSM-lee (/ˈhæn(t)səmli/ in IPA).

How do you use “handsomely” in a sentence?

Here is “handsomely” used in a sentence: “The investors were rewarded handsomely for their patience.”

What part of speech is “handsomely”?

“Handsomely” is an adverb.

How many meanings does “handsomely” have?

“Handsomely” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: generously; in a way that gives more than expected.