generosity

noun

gen·​er·​os·​i·​ty ˌje-nə-ˈrä-sə-tē How to pronounce generosity (audio)
-ˈrä-stē
plural generosities
Synonyms of generosity
1
a
: the quality or fact of being generous
a person of great generosity
b
: a generous act
2
: abundance
great generosity of spirit

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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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Many of them are Philadelphia natives, too, and expressed the spirit of generosity that exists in the city. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026 But even this truly remarkable generosity could only carry me so far. — Cnn, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2026 The Sun in your 8th House opposes Saturn in your 2nd, highlighting the difference between generosity and taking on more than feels sustainable. — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 4 Oct. 2026 Equality arises from self-interest Our study also found that although hunter-gatherers are frequently generous, the processes limiting inequality often do not require any generosity. — Christopher Von Rueden, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for generosity

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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“Generosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/generosity. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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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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