handsomely
gb/hˈænsəmli/ us/hˈænsəmli/
C1
英語
~ 9000
語義
0件の語義
adverb
C1
property
1
in a very generous amount
In a very big and generous way, especially when giving money or a reward.
用法パターン：
to [pay/reward/tip] [someone] handsomely
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes think "handsomely" is only about physical beauty because of the adjective "handsome". In this sense it usually means "with a lot of money" or "in a generous way" and is common with verbs like "pay", "reward", or "compensate". Another mistake is using it before a noun (*"a handsomely salary"*); it is an adverb and should modify a verb: "paid a handsomely high salary" or simply "paid handsomely".
類義語
generously (Very close in meaning; common in both money and non-money contexts, while "handsomely" is especially common with payment or reward.)
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amply (Suggests more than enough; slightly more formal and less tied specifically to money than "handsomely".)
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lavishly (Implies great expense and luxury, often stronger and more emotional than the more neutral "handsomely".)
対義語
poorly (In the context of pay or reward, it means receiving too little, the opposite of being paid or rewarded handsomely.)
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stingily (Focuses on the giver’s unwillingness to give much, the opposite attitude of giving handsomely.)
コロケーション
pay handsomely
|be paid handsomely
|reward someone handsomely
|compensate someone handsomely
|profit handsomely
|tip handsomely
テーマ
money
|business
|work
|success
|finance
|core_vocabulary
例文
- The company paid her handsomely for her consulting work.
- Investors who took the early risk were rewarded handsomely.
- He tipped the waiter handsomely after the excellent meal.
- Authors of bestsellers can be compensated handsomely by their publishers.
- They profited handsomely from the sale of the building.
学習者向け例文
- She was paid handsomely for the job.
- The boss rewarded him handsomely for his hard work.
- We tipped the guide handsomely at the end of the tour.
- Early investors were rewarded handsomely.
- He hopes to profit handsomely from the new app.
adverb
C1
property
2
by a large clear margin
With a very big win or clear success, not just a little better than the other side.
用法パターン：
to win/defeat/lead [someone] handsomely
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes confuse this sense with physical appearance. In sentences like "The team won handsomely", it does NOT mean the team looked handsome; it means they won by a large amount or with clear success. Learners may also overuse "a lot"; while correct, "won handsomely" sounds more natural and idiomatic than *"won a lot"*.
類義語
comfortably (In competitive contexts it often means winning without pressure, similar to "handsomely" but slightly less formal.)
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decisively (Emphasizes a clear, definite result; similar to "handsomely" but can also apply to non-numerical decisions.)
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by a wide margin (A direct descriptive phrase; less stylish but very clear and common in spoken English.)
対義語
narrowly (Describes a win or result that is very close, opposite to the broad success implied by "handsomely".)
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barely (Suggests only just succeeding, which contrasts with the comfortable success of winning handsomely.)
コロケーション
win handsomely
|defeat someone handsomely
|lead handsomely
|increase handsomely
|outperform handsomely
テーマ
sports
|politics
|competition
|success
|core_vocabulary
例文
- The home team won handsomely, scoring four goals in the second half.
- Polls suggest the incumbent will win handsomely in the election.
- Our product has outperformed its rivals handsomely this year.
- They defeated their opponents handsomely in both matches.
- Shareholders saw profits rise handsomely over the past quarter.
学習者向け例文
- Our team won handsomely yesterday.
- She won the election handsomely.
- The company beat its competitors handsomely this year.
- Sales have grown handsomely since last summer.
- They defeated the other side handsomely in the final.
adverb
formal
C2
property
3
in an attractive or impressive way
In a way that looks nice, strong, or impressive, especially for clothes, rooms, or buildings.
用法パターン：
to be [decorated/furnished/built] handsomely
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes use "handsomely" only for people. In modern English this sense is more often used for things like rooms, buildings, or clothes. For people, "well dressed" or "very good-looking" are usually more natural. Also remember word order: you say "handsomely decorated" or "decorated handsomely", not *"handsomely room"* (an adverb cannot directly modify a noun).
類義語
attractively (Very close in meaning; more general and common, while "handsomely" often suggests strong, clear, or solid good looks.)
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elegantly (Adds a sense of style and refinement; "handsomely" can sound more robust or substantial rather than delicate.)
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beautifully (More emotional and stronger; "handsomely" is a bit more measured and sometimes suggests tasteful rather than delicate beauty.)
対義語
plainly (Describes something without special decoration or beauty, the opposite of being decorated or furnished handsomely.)
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unattractively (Directly states a lack of visual appeal, which contrasts with the attractive sense of "handsomely".)
コロケーション
handsomely decorated
|handsomely furnished
|handsomely landscaped
|handsomely built
|dressed handsomely
テーマ
appearance
|design
|art
|home
|core_vocabulary
例文
- The apartment was handsomely furnished with dark wood and soft lighting.
- The historic theater has been handsomely restored.
- She was handsomely dressed for the gala.
- The library’s entrance is handsomely framed by tall stone columns.
- Their house is handsomely built, with large windows and a wide porch.
学習者向け例文
- The room was handsomely decorated for the party.
- The old building was handsomely restored.
- He was handsomely dressed for the wedding.
- The garden is handsomely designed with many flowers.
- The hotel lobby is handsomely furnished.
unknown
formal
C2
property
4
in a generous or gracious way
In a very generous, fair, or kind way, especially when you could easily be less kind or fair.
用法パターン：
to treat [someone] handsomely
よくある間違い：
This sense is less common and somewhat formal, so learners may misunderstand it as referring to looks. In sentences like "He admitted defeat handsomely", it means he did it in a very fair and gracious way, not that he looked handsome. Learners may also confuse it with just "politely"; here the idea is stronger, suggesting real generosity or fairness.
類義語
graciously (Focuses on politeness and kindness in a refined way; very close in contexts like accepting defeat or criticism.)
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generously (Highlights giving more than is necessary; overlaps with this sense when the emphasis is on noble or fair behavior.)
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nobly (Suggests high moral character; close in tone when "handsomely" is used for honorable behavior.)
対義語
spitefully (Describes behavior that is cruel or meant to hurt, the opposite of the generous spirit of acting handsomely.)
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meanly (Informal but common; describes small-minded or ungenerous behavior, contrasting with treating someone handsomely.)
コロケーション
treat someone handsomely
|admit defeat handsomely
|behave handsomely
|respond handsomely
テーマ
character
|behavior
|social
|emotions
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
例文
- Although he lost the debate, he admitted defeat handsomely.
- They treated us handsomely during our stay, always making sure we had everything we needed.
- She accepted the criticism handsomely and promised to improve.
- He behaved handsomely, sharing the credit with his entire team.
- The company responded handsomely to the charity’s request for help.
学習者向け例文
- He admitted his mistake handsomely and said he was sorry.
- They treated the guests handsomely at the party.
- She accepted the bad news handsomely.
- The winner shared the prize money handsomely with his friends.
- The company helped the town handsomely after the storm.
文法
辞書形
handsomely
IPA
GB/hˈænsəmli/
US/hˈænsəmli/
音節・強勢
hand - somely （2音節）
Stress on 1st syllable (hand)
活用形
Noun
- Base: handsomely
- Plural: handsomelies
関連語
表現
pay handsomely
1/pˈeɪ hˈænsəmli/
fixed phrase
give a very large payment
To give a lot of money to someone, usually as pay or reward.
例文
- Tech companies often pay handsomely for top engineers.
- If the project succeeds, it will pay handsomely for everyone involved.
reward handsomely
1/ɹɪwˈɔɹd hˈænsəmli/
fixed phrase
give a very generous reward
To give a big and generous reward to someone.
例文
- Loyal customers are often rewarded handsomely with bonuses and gifts.
- The scientist was rewarded handsomely for her discovery.
win handsomely
1/wˈɪn hˈænsəmli/
fixed phrase
win by a large margin
To win very clearly, with a big difference in score or votes.
例文
- The underdogs surprised everyone and won handsomely.
- Early results suggest that the reform party will win handsomely.