Handsome Definition
handsome
- adjective
- pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion; "a fine-looking woman"; "a good-looking man"; "better-looking than her sister"; "very pretty but not so extraordinarily handsome"- Thackeray; "our southern women are well-favored"- Lillian Hellman
- given or giving freely; "was a big tipper"; "the bounteous goodness of God"; "bountiful compliments"; "a freehanded host"; "a handsome allowance"; "Saturday's child is loving and giving"; "a liberal backer of the arts"; "a munificent gift"; "her fond and openhanded grandfather"
"Handsome" in song lyrics
See how handsome is used in real songs:
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"Women all over me laughing, saying I'm handsome"
9th Prince f/ Akir, AR.Change.L — Top Secret -
"Has nothin to do with bein handsome"
Aceyalone — Serve & Protect -
"She speaks good British English, it's obvious I'm handsome"
Alltruisms — 'Oh'
Words that rhyme with handsome
Usage tips for "handsome"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "handsome" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for handsome to find words that pair well.