generosity

noun

gen·​er·​os·​i·​ty ˌje-nə-ˈrä-sə-tē 

-ˈrä-stē

plural generosities

1

a

: the quality or fact of being generous

a person of great generosity

b

: a generous act

2

: abundance

great generosity of spirit

Synonyms

• bigheartedness
• bountifulness
• bounty
• generousness
• largesse
• largess
• liberality
• munificence
• openhandedness
• openheartedness
• philanthropy
• unselfishness

Examples of generosity in a Sentence

her generosity toward the poor

a sidewalk beggar who benefited from the generosity of kindhearted passersby

Recent Examples on the Web

In business and in charity, Bernie was unparalleled in generosity and goodwill. —Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024

Knowing how to balance generosity with caution is key to setting a positive tone for the partnership while protecting your interests. —Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024

Your generosity should have been acknowledged, and when the wedding was called off, your money should have been returned rather than applied to a mother/daughter vacation. —Jeanne Phillips, The Mercury News, 5 Nov. 2024

Your generosity, your kindness, your magic is unmatched. —Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 3 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1566, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

generosity

noun

gen·​er·​os·​i·​ty ˌjen-ə-ˈräs-ət-ē 

plural generosities

1

: freedom in spirit or act

especially : readiness in giving

2

: a generous act

3

: an ample quantity

a generosity of spirit