HANDMADE Synonyms: 13 Similar and Opposite Words

handmade

adjective

ˈhan(d)-ˈmād

Definition of handmade

as in homemade

created by a hand process rather than by a machine received a handmade sweater at the baby shower

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Recent Examples of handmade To go with the vibe of the handmade art, the couple decided on small rotating flavors of coffee and matcha. — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2026 Samuel Chatto shared a glimpse of the handmade jewel after popping the question to his girlfriend, Eleanor Ekserdjian. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 13 July 2026 Meanwhile, antique and ceramic vessels by Mexican artist Perla Valtierra and handmade tiles from both Mexico and Morocco round out the details. — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 8 July 2026 Sheri Utain from South Philadelphia stood next to one of the walls of the President’s House where some original panels were next to handmade signs. — Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for handmade

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As guests tuck in to homemade waffles topped with plump berries, the general manager talks about the history of the city’s oldest, continuously operating hotel — a landmark on the New River since 1936.

— Tracey Teo, AJC.com, 23 July 2026
Marigold’s all-day offerings will include sandwiches on homemade biscuits, made from a family recipe, that will be the base for every breakfast sandwich on the menu.

— Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2026

Definition of homemade

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The seven-bedroom main house is joined by a two-bedroom guesthouse and staff quarters, while handcrafted tiles, custom finishes, and expansive terraces reflect Smith’s colorful take on Mediterranean design.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 15 July 2026
Spindle bed frames are making a comeback, and Serena & Lily’s Cornwall silhouette is noteworthy for its handcrafted bobbin detailing and unexpected four-poster silhouette.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 13 July 2026

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