generous

Definition

  • adjective: freely giving or sharing money and other valuable things
  • adjective: characterized by a noble or forbearing spirit
  • synonyms: bountiful, magnanimous, liberal

Examples

  • The school raised the money through donations from 'generous' alumni.

  • She has always been very 'generous' toward/to the poor.

  • This restaurant is known for its 'generous' portions.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Come. It's over. Today I return justice to this land. I shall hang the ringleaders, of course, but... ...I'll be generous and spare the lives of the woodsmen and their families. The children. And, of course... ...your traitorous lady-in-waiting. As a wedding gift. (..)
    1991 Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves
  • (..) -She flies. -That's codswallop! The rich son of a devil worshipper... ...cares what happens to outlaw peasants? My lord was kind and generous! Who dares believe him capable-- My father was no devil worshipper. And I'll have words with any who say otherwise. But he's right. (..)
    1991 Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves