generosity

noun

gen·​er·​os·​i·​ty ˌje-nə-ˈrä-sə-tē How to pronounce generosity (audio)
-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

Examples of generosity in a Sentence

her generosity toward the poor a sidewalk beggar who benefited from the generosity of kindhearted passersby
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Word History

First Known Use

1566, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of generosity was in 1566

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Cite this Entry

“Generosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/generosity. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

generosity

noun
gen·​er·​os·​i·​ty ˌjen-ə-ˈräs-ət-ē How to pronounce generosity (audio)
plural generosities
1
: freedom in spirit or act
especially : readiness in giving
2
: a generous act
3
: an ample quantity
a generosity of spirit

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