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HANDSOME

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Handsome.

How to pronounce handsome:

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Handsome - as an adjective satellite

Pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion

Example: "A fine-looking woman"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
better-lookingfine-lookinggood-lookingon fleekwell-favoredwell-favoured

Given or giving freely

Example: "Was a big tipper"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
big6bighearted17bounteous11bountiful14freehanded18giving11liberal9openhanded17

Handsome - as a verb

To render handsome.

Handsome - as an adjective

(of people, things, etc) having a good appearance; good-looking.

Example: "A handsome garment, house, tree, or horse"

Good, appealing, appropriate.

Generous or noble in character.

Example: "Handsome is as handsome does."

Ample; moderately large.

Example: "A handsome salary"

(said of things and people) dexterous; skillful.

Example Sentences

"She saw a handsome man across the room."
"The bride looked stunning in her handsome wedding dress."
"The actor is known for his handsome looks."
"He has a handsome face with chiseled features."
"The painting depicted a handsome young man."
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Word Game Points

Is HANDSOME a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, handsome is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HANDSOME has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is HANDSOME a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, handsome is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HANDSOME has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is HANDSOME a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, handsome is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HANDSOME has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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