The quality of being handsome.

(now of a man or boy) Attractively manly, having a pleasing face and overall effect. / (now of a woman) Statuesque, beautiful in a masculine or otherwise imposing way.

(transitive, obsolete) To render handsome.

In a handsome or attractive manner. / Generously (especially with regards money). / Impressively, thoroughly; vigorously. / (nautical) Carefully; in shipshape style; without undue haste.

comparative form of handsome: more handsome

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of handsome

simple past tense and past participle of handsome

present participle of handsome

plural of handsomeness

A person's good actions, rather than outward appeal, define his or her handsomeness in the eyes of others.