Where does “handsomely” come from?
Handsomely derives from Middle English -ly, Old English -līċ, Proto-Germanic -līkaz, and Proto-Germanic galīkaz, ultimately tracing to Proto-Indo-European roots meaning "like" or "suitable."
handsomely (English): In a handsome or attractive manner; Generously;...
Definitions
- In a handsome or attractive manner; Generously;...
Ancestry of “handsomely”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
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| 1 | English | handsome | Having a good appearance; good-looking; Good,... |
| 2 | Middle English | handsum | — |