Generously: meaning, definitions and examples

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generously

 

[ ˈdʒɛnərəsli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a generous manner

In a way that shows a readiness to give more of something, especially money, than is strictly necessary or expected.

Synonyms

bountifully, lavishly, munificently, openhandedly

Examples of usage

  • She generously donated to the charity.
  • He always tips generously at restaurants.

Translations

Translations of the word "generously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 generosamente

🇮🇳 उदारतापूर्वक

🇩🇪 großzügig

🇮🇩 dengan murah hati

🇺🇦 щедро

🇵🇱 hojnie

🇯🇵 寛大に

🇫🇷 généreusement

🇪🇸 generosamente

🇹🇷 cömertçe

🇰🇷 관대하게

🇸🇦 بسخاء

🇨🇿 štědře

🇸🇰 štedro

🇨🇳 慷慨地

🇸🇮 radodarno

🇮🇸 ríkulega

🇰🇿 жомарттықпен

🇬🇪 უხვად

🇦🇿 səxavətlə

🇲🇽 generosamente

Etymology

The word 'generously' is derived from the word 'generous', which comes from the Latin word 'generosus' meaning 'noble' or 'magnanimous'. The concept of generosity has been valued in various cultures throughout history, with acts of generosity often being seen as virtuous and noble. The adverb 'generously' emphasizes the act of giving or sharing in a liberal and abundant way.

See also: generosity.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,558, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.