HANDSOMELY Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

handsomely

adverb

Definition of handsomely

as in generously

in a generous manner rewarded handsomely the kids who had found his lost dog

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Recent Examples of handsomely To that end, Doomsday features a dizzying lineup of X-Men, Avengers, and other handsomely paid returning cast members, several of whom have died onscreen, sometimes more than once. — Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 30 July 2026 Microsoft broke ranks and kept its capital expenditures outlook steady — and the troubled stock was handsomely rewarded Wednesday evening. — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 30 July 2026 The massive buildouts also led to a surge in demand for memory chips, which has benefited manufacturers handsomely, Sriram said. — Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 28 July 2026 Cristiano Ronaldo arrived at the World Cup with a double in a game where Portugal’s high-risk approach paid off handsomely. — Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 11 July 2026 Beckham, a shrewd businessman, no doubt commands hefty fees for each endorsement, stacking his personal coffers handsomely. — Shann Biglione, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 To the contrary, council members often preface their comments with gratuitous praise for staff (as if they’re not being paid handsomely for their work). — Paul Krueger, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 June 2026 In the latter time line, Yesiko, a middle-aged ship captain who is burdened by medical debt, picks up some mysterious passengers—including a moody robot—who promise to pay handsomely. — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 8 June 2026 In the case of Nvidia, Huang is known to demand perfection but pays his staff handsomely for their work. — Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 2 June 2026

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The generously-sized home is located in Cannaregio, the northernmost of Venice’s historic districts, and the immediate neighborhood is a quiet, residential stretch that caters more to Venetians than tourists.

— Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2026
In my experience, that's one of the clearest differences between families that simply give generously and those that create extraordinary impact.

— Kris Putnam-Walkerly, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of generously

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The yellow metal has endured a tough six months, sitting well below its all-time high achieved earlier this year after a blistering rally that extended through and beyond 2025.

— Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026
Skall Studio is a mainstay on the Copenhagen Fashion Week schedule, best known for its billowing cotton prairie dresses, chic linen suits, and cozy woolen sweaters.

— Bella Webb, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of well

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Every experience is thoughtfully curated, transforming a day at the beach into an opportunity to recharge both body and mind.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 31 July 2026
Sitting down with The Athletic during pre-season, Szczesny answers questions thoughtfully, occasionally reaching into his pocket to pull out a vape, turning it over in his hands before taking a drag.

— Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 31 July 2026

Definition of thoughtfully

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Patrick Mahomes’ goal to be ready for Week 1 is trending quite nicely, as the three-time Super Bowl champion was cleared to participate in training camp without any limitations.

— Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 Aug. 2026
Veal and beef meatballs pair nicely with a smoky pomodoro sauce and mini rigatoni.

— Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Definition of nicely

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Nicola Piovani’s score evokes a whimsical longing for every era of the designer’s life, as if the audience cheerfully lived it along with him.

— Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 25 July 2026
Perez handled the decision more cheerfully than fans in Sacramento, which is serving as the A’s temporary home while their new ballpark is being constructed in Las Vegas.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026

Definition of cheerfully

Adverb

What was true in the Jazz Age remains so, as the Roundabout Theatre Company production starring the terrific Rose Byrne and Kelli O’Hara so bountifully proves.

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2026
How can vocals be as bountifully impressive as Mars’ are here and still leave you thinking that there’s no lived experience in any of the songs?

— Chris Willman, Variety, 27 Feb. 2026

Definition of bountifully

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