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   generous

   /ˈdʒɛn(ə)rəs/

   adjective

   • 1. showing a readiness to give more of something, especially money, than is strictly necessary or expected: "a generous benefactor to the University" Similar liberallavishmagnanimousmunificentgivingopen-handedfree-handedbountifulunselfishungrudgingunstintingunsparingfreeindulgentprodigalprincelyliterary:bounteousplenteousrare:eleemosynarybenignantmagnanimouskindkindlybenevolentbeneficentaltruisticcharitablephilanthropicnobleloftyhigh-mindedbig-heartedhonourablegoodunselfishself-sacrificingunprejudiceddisinterestedOpposite selfish
   • ▪ showing kindness towards others: "a generous assessment of his work"
   • 2. (of a thing) larger or more plentiful than is usual or necessary: "a generous helping of pasta" Similar lavishplentifulcopiousampleliberalmunificentbountifullargehugegreatabundantprofuserichbumperflushoverflowingsuperabundantinfiniteinexhaustibleopulentprolificteemingin plentyin abundanceinformal:a gogogalorelankliterary:bounteousplenteousOpposite meagre

   Word Origin late 16th century: via Old French from Latin generosus ‘noble, magnanimous’, from genus, gener- ‘stock, race’. The original sense was ‘of noble birth’, hence ‘characteristic of noble birth, courageous, magnanimous, not mean’.

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   • 1. generousness noun

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   3 days ago · generousness. noun. the trait of being willing to give your money or time. synonyms: generosity. see more.

3. experteditor.com.au › blog › if-someone-has-these-qualitiesIf someone has these 14 qualities, they’re a genuinely good...

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   3 days ago · 11) Generous. These individuals have generosity in abundance. This comes from a place of empathy and compassion. Generosity can manifest in many ways: Helping others; Making a donation; Volunteering their time; Offering a comforting word; The truth is, their acts of generosity make a significant difference in the lives of others.

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   3 days ago · Genuinely kind people are often generous, not only with their resources but with their time, their attention, and their love. They’re the ones who give without expecting anything in return. They don’t keep score or wait for reciprocation.

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   5 days ago · If we move our gaze upwards, the stars in the sky are an awesome example of God’s generosity. Scientists vary in their estimates of how many stars exist – some talk about trillions – but in a throwaway line in Genesis, we are told God “ also made the stars” (Genesis 1:16).

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   3 days ago · Amid health struggles, Vadivelu's comedic collaborations and ongoing speech difficulties define my journey. The generous support received, including Silambarasan's donation, fuels hope for ...

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   4 days ago · Generous leaders generate trust and loyalty. Generosity shows you are a team player. Generous leaders focus on the good of others rather than themselves. Generous leaders often have a high EQ and IQ because there are specific times generosity is needed most.

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   3 days ago · Generosity and Compassion. It’s essential to always show empathy and to recognize and respond to the needs of others. A gentleman is aware of this, and acts with kindness, never expecting ...