Definitions for: Generosity

[n] acting generously
[n] the trait of being willing to give your money or time

Webster (1913) Definition: Gen`er*os"i*ty, n. [L. generositas: cf. F.
g['e]n['e]rosit['e].]
1. Noble birth. [Obs.] --Harris (Voyages).

2. The quality of being noble; noble-mindedness.

Generosity is in nothing more seen than in a candid
estimation of other men's virtues and good
qualities. --Barrow.

3. Liberality in giving; munificence.

Syn: Magnanimity; liberality.

Synonyms: generousness, unselfishness

Antonyms: stinginess

See Also: bigheartedness, bounteousness, bounty, charitableness, kindness, liberality, liberalness, share-out, sharing, unselfishness

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