GENEROUS


Meaning of GENEROUS in English

[adjective] [+ to infinitive] - (esp. of a person) willing to give money, help, kindness, etc., esp. more than is usual or expected, or (of an object) larger than usual or expectedIt was most generous of you to lend me the money.She's very generous with her time - always ready to help other people.He has a very generous (= kind) nature.There's a generous (= kinder than deserved) review of the book in today's newspaper.He cut me a generous (= large) slice of chocolate cake.No one is expecting a very generous (= large) pay increase this year.You want the waistband on the trousers to be generous/a generous fit (= not tight).

Cambridge English vocab.      Кембриджский английский словарь.