generosity

noun

gen·​er·​os·​i·​ty ˌje-nə-ˈrä-sə-tē 

-ˈrä-stē

plural generosities

1

a

: the quality or fact of being generous

a person of great generosity

b

: a generous act

2

: abundance

great generosity of spirit

Synonyms

• philanthropy
• kindness
• liberality
• largess
• munificence
• unselfishness

Examples of generosity in a Sentence

her generosity toward the poor

a sidewalk beggar who benefited from the generosity of kindhearted passersby

Recent Examples on the Web

Despite the cloud hanging over his head, Colvin continues to promote a narrative of success and generosity. —Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 11 Aug. 2025

Cognitive generosity is all about making the choice to interpret your partner’s intentions, behaviors and words in the most generous and loving light possible. —Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2025

Connecticut’s private-sector workers, facing modest raises and leaner benefits, can only dream of the security and generosity state employees enjoy. —Frank Ricci, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2025

Woods grew up seeing her family open their home to others, inspiring her own generosity. —Nicole Nixon, Sacbee.com, 9 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1566, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for generosity

• animosity
• curiosity
• grandiosity
• nebulosity
• reciprocity
• tortuosity
• tuberosity
• virtuosity
• atrocity
• ferocity
• monstrosity
• pomposity

Kids Definition

generosity

noun

gen·​er·​os·​i·​ty ˌjen-ə-ˈräs-ət-ē 

plural generosities

1

: freedom in spirit or act

especially : readiness in giving

2

: a generous act

3

: an ample quantity

a generosity of spirit