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

  • (..) Christian secret society. -We are a simple Catholic church. -Simple? With a brand-new $-million headquarters in Manhattan. Our followers are generous, should we apologize for that? Perhaps a less defensive tack, Your Eminence. The press continue to be harsh with us. (..)
    2006 The Da Vinci Code