handsome

Definition

  • adjective: pleasing to look at
  • adjective: moderately large
  • synonyms: pretty, dexterous, skillful

Examples

  • I predict that someone tall, dark, and 'handsome' is going to come into your life.

  • ('chiefly Brit') She won a 'handsome' victory in the election.

  • He was 'handsomely' [='generously'] rewarded for his loyalty.

Movie quotes

  • (..) There's one in every family sire... Two in mine actually. And they always manage to ruin special occasions. What am I going to do with him? He'd make a very handsome throw rug. Zazu! And just think! Whenever he gets dirty, you could take him out and beat him. Hmmm... Ah heh heh heh heh heh... (..)
    1994 The Lion King