adj. Function: adjective
1 marked by a noble or forbearing spirit FF1C; generous toward the weakness of others FF1E;
Synonyms: benevolent, big, chivalrous, considerate, greathearted, lofty, magnanimous
Related Words: 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 Words: lavish; luxuriant; affluent, wealthy
Contrasted Words: scant, scanty, sparse