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generosity
[jen-uh-ros-i-tee]
noun
plural
generositiesreadiness or liberality in giving.
Synonyms: ,Antonyms:freedom from meanness or smallness of mind or character.
Synonyms: ,Antonyms:a generous act.
We thanked him for his many generosities.
largeness or fullness; amplitude.
generosity
/ ˌɛəˈɒɪɪ /
noun
willingness and liberality in giving away one's money, time, etc; magnanimity
freedom from pettiness in character and mind
a generous act
abundance; plenty
Other Word Forms
- overgenerosity noun
- supergenerosity noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of generosity1
Example Sentences
“And what he was as an actor, he was as a man, the grace, the humility, the generosity. All of us at ‘American Classic’ have been blessed by our experience with him.
"And thanks, as ever, to Paul McCartney for his generosity and passion as he introduced Bruce to LIPA."
“She brings this incredible authenticity, generosity and intensity to everything she does, as if she is living inside the music,” Dudamel adds.
"I had a front row seat as far as seeing all the generosity, all the kindness, and all the love that people could give," Cullen says.
"The Robinsons did not abuse, harm, or take advantage of plaintiffs; they treated plaintiffs with the utmost kindness and generosity," the lawsuit states.
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Related Words
- goodness
- hospitality
- kindness
- largesse
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When To Use
Generosity is the spirit and action of freely and frequently giving to others.Generosity can also refer to an overall spirit of kindness, but this is less common.Example: If there’s one thing she will be remembered for, it’s her generosity—she was extremely generous with her money, her time, and her effort.
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