Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
handsome is as handsome does
phrase
/ˈhæn(d)səm ɪz æz ˈhæn(d)səm dʌz/
Definition
A proverb emphasizing that a person’s character and actions are more important than their physical appearance.
Examples
- Although he looks great on the outside, remember that handsome is as handsome does; his actions matter more than his looks.
- When choosing friends, I believe that handsome is as handsome does; kindness and loyalty take precedence over looks.
Meaning
It suggests that true beauty or attractiveness is determined by one’s behavior and how one treats others rather than by external looks.
Synonyms
- Actions speak louder than words
- Beauty is as beauty does
