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generosity

noun

ˌje-nə-ˈrä-sə-tē

Definition of generosity

as in philanthropy

the quality or state of being generous a sidewalk beggar who benefited from the generosity of kindhearted passersby

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Recent Examples of generosity Anyone hoping Luka's generosity would carry over to the concession stands inside would be sorely disappointed. — Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2026 Thanks to the generosity of a sibling, the New York Public Library (NYPL) is now the owner of some 250 prints by Kiki Smith. — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 22 Oct. 2026 We are thrilled to honor Nick, Vaughan and Blair — extraordinary leaders whose dedication, generosity and passion for mentorship truly embody the heart of our mission. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2026 All the more reason for leaders to play the generosity sweepstakes in ways that are advantageous to them. — Diane Brady, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for generosity

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Catherine Gros, vice president of art, heritage and philanthropy at Renault Group, noted the factory once employed more than 30,000 people, producing a car every 90 seconds.

— Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
Since women place a greater emphasis on philanthropy, and more family fortunes are passing to women, philanthropy is likely to become more central to family offices.

— Robert Frank, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of philanthropy

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Patience and kindness can go a long way, Henderson says, and Seshadri reminds everyone to extend that respect to the airport staff and your fellow passengers.

— Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
Be patient when a grocery store cashier with disabilities rings up your items — kindness can go a long way.

— John Gill, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of kindness

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His pressing and unselfishness off the ball helps their playing style.

— Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
The statutes of Life, Truth, and Love, all synonyms for God, are the laws of God at work throughout all of creation, enforcing unselfishness, integrity, and justice for all.

— The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of unselfishness

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