GENEROUS


Meaning of GENEROUS in English

adjective

1.

marked by a noble or forbearing spirit

generous toward the weakness of others

Synonyms: benevolent, big, chivalrous, considerate, greathearted, lofty, magnanimous

Related Word: altruistic, charitable, kindhearted, kindly, thoughtful, ungrudging, unselfish; fair, honest; long-suffering, tolerant; helpful, willing

Contrasted words: base, ignoble, mean, self-centered, selfish; grim, hard, harsh, intolerant

Antonyms: ungenerous

2.

Synonyms: liberal 1, bounteous, bountiful, free, freehanded, handsome, munificent, openhanded, unsparing

Antonyms: stingy

3.

Synonyms: plentiful , abundant, ample, bounteous, bountiful, copious, liberal, plenteous, plenty

Related Word: lavish; luxuriant; affluent, wealthy

Contrasted words: scant, scanty, sparse

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