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- [jen-er-uh s]
- /ˈdʒɛn ər əs/
- /ˈdʒen.ər.əs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [jen-er-uh s]
- /ˈdʒɛn ər əs/
Definitions of generously word
- adjective generously liberal in giving or sharing; unselfish: a generous patron of the arts; a generous gift. 1
- adjective generously free from meanness or smallness of mind or character; magnanimous. 1
- adjective generously large; abundant; ample: a generous portion of pie. 1
- adjective generously rich or strong in flavor: a generous wine. 1
- adjective generously fertile; prolific: generous soil. 1
- noun generously In a generous manner, in a way that is giving or ample. 1
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Origin of generously
First appearance:
before 1580 One of the 35% oldest English words
1580-90; < Middle French généreux < Latin generōsus of noble birth, equivalent to gener- (see gender2) + -ōsus -ous
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Parts of speech for Generously
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generously popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 93% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for generously
adv generously
- handsomely — in a handsome manner; pleasingly; successfully.
- freely — in a free manner.
- lavishly — expended, bestowed, or occurring in profusion: lavish spending.
- abundantly — If something is abundantly clear, it is extremely obvious.
- amply — more than sufficiently; fully; generously
adverb generously
- kindly — having, showing, or proceeding from a benevolent disposition or spirit; kindhearted: kindly people.
- enthusiastically — In an enthusiastic manner.
Antonyms for generously
adv generously
- poorly — in a poor manner or way: The team played poorly.
- selfishly — devoted to or caring only for oneself; concerned primarily with one's own interests, benefits, welfare, etc., regardless of others.
- grudgingly — displaying or reflecting reluctance or unwillingness: grudging acceptance of the victory of an opponent.
- sparingly — economical (often followed by in or of).
- stingily — reluctant to give or spend; not generous; niggardly; penurious: He's a stingy old miser.
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