Openhandedly: meaning, definitions and examples
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openhandedly
[ ˈoʊpənˈhændɪdli ]
in a generous or open-hearted manner
Acting openhandedly means being generous and giving freely without hesitation or reluctance.
Synonyms
bountifully, generously, liberally
Examples of usage
- She openhandedly donated a large sum of money to the charity.
- He always treats his friends openhandedly, never expecting anything in return.
without reservation or concealment
To act openhandedly is to do so openly and transparently, without hiding intentions or motives.
Synonyms
candidly, forthrightly, frankly
Examples of usage
- She shared her plans openhandedly with the team, seeking their input and feedback.
- He conducted the negotiations openhandedly, revealing all relevant information.
Translations
Translations of the word "openhandedly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 generosamente
🇮🇳 उदारतापूर्वक
🇩🇪 großzügig
🇮🇩 dengan murah hati
🇺🇦 щедро
🇵🇱 hojnie
🇯🇵 気前よく (きまえよく)
🇫🇷 généreusement
🇪🇸 generosamente
🇹🇷 cömertçe
🇰🇷 관대하게 (gwandae하게)
🇸🇦 بسخاء
🇨🇿 štědře
🇸🇰 štedro
🇨🇳 慷慨地 (kāngkǎi de)
🇸🇮 radodarno
🇮🇸 örlátlega
🇰🇿 жомарттықпен
🇬🇪 გულუხვად (guluqvad)
🇦🇿 səxavətlə
🇲🇽 generosamente
Etymology
The word 'openhandedly' dates back to the 16th century, derived from the combination of 'open' and 'handed'. It originally referred to being generous or liberal in giving, and over time, it evolved to also include the meaning of acting openly or transparently. The term has been used to describe actions that are done without hesitation, reservation, or concealment.
See also: backhand, deckhand, forehand, hand, handbag, handball, handbook, handbreadth, handcrafted, handcrafting, handcuffs, handful, handgun, handheld, handicap, handicapped, handily, handiwork, handkerchief, handle, handled, handler, handles, handling, handmade, handmake, handover, handpicked, handrail, hands, handwarmer, handwear, handwriting, handy, handycam, handyman, handyperson, offhand, shorthand.