Synonyms for

Handed

Verb / ˈhændʌd / / ˈhændɪd / Another word for handed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Having a specified number or kind of hands.

Synonyms & similar words

hand handless pass reach turnover give passon delivered gave passed submitted transferred yielded grasped held carried possessed owned controlled dominated commanded directed guided managed supervised administered executed

Synonyms by register

Formal

skilled proficient adept accomplished

Informal

good with natural at talented gifted

Literary

dexterous adroit

Antonyms

left-handed unskilled clumsy awkward inept incompetent

Common collocations

  • right-handed
  • left-handed
  • two-handed
  • one-handed
  • open-handed
  • well-handed
  • badly-handed

Word family

adjective handed

Usage note

Primarily used in compound adjectives to describe a person's dominant hand or skill level. For example, 'right-handed' or 'left-handed'.

Example sentences

  1. He handed me the ball.
  2. She handed in her homework.
  3. The waiter handed us the menu.
  4. He handed out fliers on the street.
  5. She handed the baby to her husband.

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