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handsomely
01
in a stylish, attractive, or elegant manner
Examples
He was handsomely dressed in a tailored navy suit.
The room was handsomely furnished with antiques and velvet drapes.
1.1
in a high-quality or well-crafted way
Examples
Their furniture is handsomely built to last for decades.
The novel is handsomely printed on thick, cream-colored paper.
1.2
thoroughly and impressively, successfully or convincingly
Examples
The team handsomely defeated their rivals in the final.
Despite doubts, the project succeeded handsomely.
02
to a generous, large, or substantial degree
Examples
She was handsomely rewarded for her bravery.
Investors were handsomely compensated after the merger.
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