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

For Chen, the outcome is already a triumph: a surge of generosity has made a tangible impact in the fight against rare diseases. —Dave Birnbaum, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024

This border city sometimes called the Ellis Island of the Southwest has long been known for its generosity toward immigrants, and that spirit extends to newcomers on four legs. —Lauren Villagran, USA TODAY, 28 Dec. 2024

Derek Hough is certainly known by family and friends for his generosity of spirit. —The Deadline Team, Deadline, 25 Dec. 2024

These accounts portrayed enslaved people, regardless of plantation, experiencing a kind of nirvana for the entire Christmas period—utterly grateful for the generosity of their enslavers. —Robert E. May / Made By History, TIME, 19 Dec. 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