GRE Word List
HANDSOME
having a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance
The meaning of the word handsome is having a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance.
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| caliber | degree of mental capacity or moral quality |
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| execute | to carry out fully : put completely into effect |
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