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generously Meaning & Definition

What Does Generously Mean?

Generously is an adverb that means In a generous manner, in a way that is giving or ample.

Generously at a Glance

Part of speechadverb
Synonymsliberally, munificently and freely
Comparative / superlativemore generously, most generously

Generously Definition (Adverb)

  1. In a generous manner, in a way that is giving or ample.

    He generously donated what little he could.

Synonyms of Generously

Generously synonyms and antonyms →

Generously in a Sentence

He generously donated what little he could.

The dessert generously filled a large plate.

Word Forms & Grammar

generously (comparative more generously, superlative most generously)

Origin of Generously

From generous + -ly.

Questions People Ask About Generously

What part of speech is generously?

Generously is an adverb.

What is another word for generously?

Close synonyms of generously are liberally, munificently and freely. See the full list of generously synonyms and antonyms.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of generously?

The comparative form is more generously and the superlative form is most generously.

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