54+ Words that rhyme with handsomely

Handsomely is a 4-syllable word with 54 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are dimly, calmly, comely. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of handsomely

adverb
  1. in an attractively handsome manner; "the volume was handsomely bound"
  2. in a generously handsome manner; "India has responded handsomely by providing 3,000 men"

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Examples of "handsomely" in lyrics

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  • "Stack my loot so handsomely"
    Mr. Lil' One/Lil' Uno — The Ghetto

What do these rhymes mean?

calmly
with self-possession (especially in times of stress); "he spoke calmly to the rioting students" in a sedate manner
comely
according with custom or propriety; "her becoming modesty"; "comely behavior
dimly
in a dim indistinct manner; "we perceived the change only dimly" in a manner lacking interest or vitality
dumbly
in a stupid manner; "he had so rapaciously desired and so obtusely expected to find her alone" in an inarticulate
family
a social unit living together; "he moved his family to Virginia"; "It was a good Christian household

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "handsomely" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like dimly, calmly, comely create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "handsomely" has 4 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with handsomely?
Words that rhyme with handsomely include: dimly, calmly, comely, dumbly, family, firmly, gamely, glumly, grimly, homely, and 44 more.
How many syllables does handsomely have?
Handsomely has 4 syllables.
How many words rhyme with handsomely?
There are 54 words that rhyme with handsomely: 54 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for handsomely in a song?
The strongest rhymes for handsomely in songwriting are dimly, calmly, comely. These are perfect rhymes that share identical ending sounds, creating a satisfying resolution at line endings. For a more subtle effect, try slant rhymes — they add variety without the predictability of exact rhymes.
What are easy words that rhyme with handsomely?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with handsomely include dimly, calmly, comely, dumbly, family. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: dimly, calmly; 1-syllable: comely, family; 2-syllable: untimely, extremely. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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