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 of generosity

• philanthropy
• kindness
• liberality
• 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

But her generosity has also extended far beyond the classroom. — Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 25 June 2026

In writing about former USMNT defender and longtime Fox studio analyst Alexi Lalas, sports pundits reaching for a succinct adjective tend to err on the side of generosity. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 24 June 2026

But the first pass went to Dembele, who joined the spirit of generosity by squaring it to his captain for a tap-in. — Matt Slater, New York Times, 23 June 2026

These quiet, everyday lessons from grandfathers profoundly shape future leaders, emphasizing human connection, resilience, generosity, and self-mastery. — Cheryl Robinson, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026

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