generous
Meaning
A generous person is willing to give more of their time, money, or help than is usual or expected.
💡 Don't confuse "generous" with "generousity," which is incorrect; the correct noun is "generosity."
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Yesterday
my
neighbor
helped
me
carry
boxes
into
my
new
apartment
.
She
was
generous
and
stayed
to
make
tea
for
us
.
While
we
sat
,
she
gave
me
useful
advice
about
the
area
and
the
local
shops
.
The
conversation
made
me
feel
calmer
after
a
busy
morning
.
I
promised
I
would
help
her
move
next
month
to
show
my
thanks
.
Common Phrases
generous donation
generous offer
generous gift
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