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Synonyms & Similar Words
liberal
charitable
munificent
openhanded
benevolent
kind
unselfish
altruistic
magnanimous
lavish
unstinting
bountiful
freehanded
handsome
hospitable
philanthropic
bighearted
expansive
giving
selfless
unsparing
profuse
plentiful
ample
copious
rich
princely
noble
chivalrous
gallant
Meaning of Generous
According to Oxford Dictionary, generous refers to a person who is willing to give freely of their time, money, or resources to help others.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines generous as having or showing a willingness to give freely of one's time, money, or resources.
- Cambridge Dictionary describes generous as willing to give money, time, or effort to help others.
Example Uses
- The philanthropist was known for being generous with her donations to charity.
- He was a generous host, always making sure his guests felt welcome and comfortable.
- The company is generous with its employee benefits, offering flexible working hours and paid vacation time.
- The generous gift from the anonymous donor helped the school build a new library.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
stingy
selfish
miserly
frugal
parsimonious
penurious
closefisted
niggardly
ungenerous
reluctant
hesitant
grudging
stingy
tightfisted
cheeseparing
skimpy
meager
scanty
sparse
inadequate
insufficient