English · Adjectives
generous
/ˈdʒen.ər.əs/
[/ˈdʒen.ər.əs/]
giving, unselfish
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Willing to give money, help, or time freely and gladly.
Example
My grandmother was generous, always sharing her food with anyone who visited.
My grandmother was generous, always sharing her food with anyone who visited.
Etymology
From Latin 'generosus' (of noble birth), later shifting to mean liberal in giving.
How & Where It’s Used
Praised in social and charitable contexts.