handsomely
/ˈhæn(t)səmli/ adverbe C2En français : généreusement, richement, élégamment
- Regarding a person's action: in a handsome or good-looking manner. · a handsomely brooding man
- In a manner conforming to accepted standards of behaviour; appropriately, decently, graciously; also (more strongly), generously, magnanimously. · I was handsomely praised for my part in stopping the robber.
- In an elegant or graceful manner; elegantly, gracefully, neatly, nicely.
- With an attractive or elegant appearance; attractively, finely, splendidly. · to dress handsomely
- Chiefly regarding speech or writing: cleverly, skilfully.
- Regarding an undesirable occurrence (such as defeat or punishment): harshly, severely; (by extension) completely, thoroughly; also, energetically, vigorously.
- Especially regarding how a gift is given or money is paid: without holding back; generously, liberally.
- Without undue haste; carefully, slowly and steadily.
Dans la bibliothèque
It was a large, well-proportioned room, handsomely fitted up.
Yet, though looked at with some curiosity and reserve by his more cultivated neighbours, he soon acquired a great popularity among the villagers, subscribing handsomely to all local objects, and attending their smoking concerts and other functions, where, having a remarkably rich tenor voice, he was always ready to oblige with an excellent song.
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