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Origin of generous

First recorded in 1570–80; from Middle French genereux, genereus “magnanimous,” and Latin generōsus “of noble birth, excellent,” equivalent to gener- (see gender²) + -ōsus -ous

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1. Generous, charitable, liberal, bountiful, munificent all describe persons who give to others something of value, or the acts of such persons. Generous stresses the warm and sympathetic nature of the giver: a generous gift; generous in praise of the work of others. Charitable places stress on both the goodness and kindness of the giver and the indigence or need of the receiver: charitable assistance to people in need; a charitable person, always willing to help those less fortunate than herself. Liberal, in this connection, emphasizes the size of the gift, the largesse and openhandedness of the giver: a liberal contribution to the endowment fund. Bountiful implies effusive, unstinted giving and a sense of abundance or plenty: bountiful and unrestricted support for the museum; a bountiful return for his efforts. Munificent refers to gifts or awards so large and striking as to evoke amazement or admiration: a life income, a truly munificent reward for his loyalty; a munificent contribution, larger by far than any other.

OTHER WORDS FROM generous

gen·er·ous·ly, adverbgen·er·ous·ness, nouno·ver·gen·er·ous, adjectiveo·ver·gen·er·ous·ly, adverb

qua·si-gen·er·ous, adjectivequa·si-gen·er·ous·ly, adverbsu·per·gen·er·ous, adjectivesu·per·gen·er·ous·ly, adverb

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How to use generous in a sentence

Most of the television interviews he’s given as president have gone to Fox News or Fox Business, including a sprawling, generous one Tuesday morning.
Parsing Trump’s baffling, head-slapping comments on mask-wearing|Philip Bump|September 16, 2020|Washington Post
I hurriedly filled a plastic container with wet dirt and leaves and added a generous helping of earthworms.
How to hunt for star-nosed moles (and their holes)|Kenneth Catania|September 15, 2020|Popular-Science
The episode didn’t dull Wall Street’s enthusiasm because investors can rely on TransDigm to send its profits back to shareholders through generous dividends and stock buybacks — nearly $600 million over the past five years.
The Big Corporate Rescue and the America That’s Too Small to Save|by Lydia DePillis, Justin Elliott and Paul Kiel|September 12, 2020|ProPublica
This is one in a series presenting news on technology and innovation, made possible with generous support from the Lemelson Foundation.
Will bacterial ‘wires’ one day power your phone?|Alison Pearce Stevens|September 2, 2020|Science News For Students

In a series of experiments reported in 2013, researchers tested to see if dancing or chanting together made people feel more generous toward members of their group.
Why do we miss the rituals put on hold by the COVID-19 pandemic?|Sujata Gupta|August 14, 2020|Science News
But equally as important, he was a great guy, and a kind and generous friend.
The Story Behind Lee Marvin’s Liberty Valance Smile|Robert Ward|January 3, 2015|DAILY BEAST
In the Senate, the Democrats passed the budget 56-40 with the generous aid of 24 Republicans.
Congress’ Gift That Keeps on Giving|P. J. O’Rourke|December 20, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Not because capitalists back then were more generous, but because it was the law.
It’s Always Black Friday for Clerks|Michael Tomasky|November 28, 2014|DAILY BEAST
For platinum, gold, or other more generous plans, the premiums (or amount you pay up front) will be more expensive.
Think You’re Invincible? Here’s Why Open Enrollment Matters|DailyBurn|November 16, 2014|DAILY BEAST
To call them mediocre, uninspiring, and stale would be overly generous.
Latinos Aren’t a ‘Cheap Date’ for Democrats Anymore|Ruben Navarrette Jr.|November 11, 2014|DAILY BEAST
At sight of this generous enemy, this faithful friend, how could he restrain the grateful impulse to fling himself into his arms!
The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 3 of 4|Jane Porter
In their greeting there seemed a taunting note as though they knew they had no more to fear from me and could be generous.
The Soldier of the Valley|Nelson Lloyd
On Louis thanking the minister for his generous interference, Sinzendorff took his hand.
The Pastor's Fire-side Vol. 3 of 4|Jane Porter
In pursuance of his generous resolution, he communicated his designs to Allcraft.
Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, No. CCCXXXIX. January, 1844. Vol. LV.|Various
As against the pain she inflicted, he had been generous, long-suffering— therefore his conduct was 'beautiful and precious.'
The Wave|Algernon Blackwood

British Dictionary definitions for generous

generous

/ (ˈdʒɛnərəs, ˈdʒɛnrəs) /

adjective

willing and liberal in giving away one's money, time, etc; munificent

free from pettiness in character and mind

full or plentifula generous portion

(of wine) rich in alcohol

(of a soil type) fertile

Derived forms of generous

generously, adverbgenerousness, noun

Word Origin for generous

C16: via Old French from Latin generōsus nobly born, from genus race; see genus

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