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as in elegance
dignified or restrained beauty of form, appearance, or style
a modern-style addition that detracts from the handsomeness of that neoclassic building
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as in beauty
the qualities in a person or thing that as a whole give pleasure to the senses
she never had noticed his handsomeness until he got a more becoming haircut
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Noun
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For over 70 years, Half Moon has been one of the most iconic resorts in the Caribbean, exuding a refined elegance that stands the test of time.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2025 -
Combining vintage elegance with modern-day amenities, the five-story, 50-room property is seriously stylish.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
3 June 2025
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Amenities: Restaurants, bars, pool, spa, fitness center, beauty salon, kid’s club, sea access Insider Tip: Don’t forget to book a treatment at the new Dior Spa Eden-Roc, just opened last season.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
8 June 2025
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The resort provides stunning villas and suites for guests that were designed to capture the beauty and warmth of the region.—
Robin Raven,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
Noun
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What’s most important is to take it all in: the place, its majesty and its importance.—
Caroline Eubanks,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Apr. 2025
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Her majesty, the queen, is here.—
Jack Howland,
Kansas City Star,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Handsomeness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handsomeness. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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