generous Meaning & Definition
What Does Generous Mean?
Generous is an adjective that means Noble in behaviour or actions; principled, not petty; kind, magnanimous. It is also used to mean Willing to give and share unsparingly; showing a readiness to give more (especially money) than is expected or needed.
Word Facts for Generous
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈd͡ʒɛn(ə)ɹəs/ |
| Synonyms | benevolent, ample and lavish |
| Antonyms | stingy, meanspirited and ungenerous |
| Comparative / superlative | more generous, most generous |
Generous Definition (Adjective)
- Noble in behaviour or actions; principled, not petty; kind, magnanimous.
Thank you for your generous words.
- Willing to give and share unsparingly; showing a readiness to give more (especially money) than is expected or needed.
She's been extremely generous with her winnings.
- Large; more than ample; copious.
Add a generous helping of mayonnaise.
- Invigorating in its nature.
a generous wine
- Of noble birth.
Synonyms of Generous
Antonyms of Generous
Generous in a Sentence
Thank you for your generous words.
She's been extremely generous with her winnings.
Add a generous helping of mayonnaise.
his generous buttocks
a generous wine
Word Forms & Grammar
generous (comparative more generous, superlative most generous)
Words That Rhyme With Generous
Origin of Generous
From Middle French genereux, and its source, Latin generōsus (“of noble birth”), from genus (“race, stock”).
Frequently Asked Questions About Generous
What part of speech is generous?
Generous is an adjective.
What is another word for generous?
You can replace generous with words such as benevolent, ample and lavish. See the full list of generous synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of generous?
Words opposite in meaning to generous are stingy, meanspirited and ungenerous.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of generous?
The comparative form is more generous and the superlative form is most generous.