generous
adjective
liberal in giving or sharing; unselfish: a generous gift.
generously
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a word derived from
generous.
Example Sentences
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The expansive private retreat includes its own sitting area, as well as separate bathrooms and generously sized wardrobe spaces.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 12, 2026
At the moment, of course, he’s generously rewarded for his talent.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
If he must stand up, he’s placed behind a generously sized podium, robust enough to handle the full body-weight of his lean.
From Salon ● Sep. 16, 2026
She walked her talk, using her material bounty to establish and give generously to institutions that directly elevated the human condition.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026
Despite all my cunning, I came in one afternoon to find her generously slathering her hands with my Jergen’s.
From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson
