Generous

Quick meaning: Generous is an adjective meaning Noble in behaviour or actions; principled, not petty; kind, magnanimous.

Meaning

Noble in behaviour or actions; principled, not petty; kind, magnanimous.

More Meanings

1. Willing to give and share unsparingly; showing a readiness to give more (especially money) than is expected or needed.
2. Large; more than ample; copious.
3. Invigorating in its nature.
4. (obsolete) Of noble birth.

Example Sentences

his generous buttocks

Thank you for your generous words.

Add a generous helping of mayonnaise.

She's been extremely generous with her winnings.

Synonyms for generous

Depending on context, synonyms include charitable, fouthy, free, frolic, giftful, giving.

Antonyms for generous

Common opposites include stingy, meanspirited, ungenerous.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include magnanimous, bighearted, benevolent, giving, munificent, unstinting.

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