Synonyms of generosity

generosity

noun

ˌje-nə-ˈrä-sə-tē 

as in philanthropy

the quality or state of being generous

a sidewalk beggar who benefited from the generosity of kindhearted passersby

Synonyms & Similar Words

• philanthropy
• kindness
• liberality
• munificence
• unselfishness
• gift
• bounty
• largesse
• bountifulness
• generousness
• selflessness
• openheartedness
• beneficence
• openhandedness
• tribute
• charity
• kindliness
• bigheartedness
• extravagance
• lavishness
• wastefulness
• prodigality
• gratuity
• improvidence
• spendthrift
• squandering
• lagniappe
• dissipating

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• selfishness
• meanness
• cheapness
• stinginess
• economy
• miserliness
• parsimony
• closeness
• frugality
• tightness
• thrift
• providence
• conservation
• pinching
• saving
• husbandry
• conserving
• economizing
• penuriousness
• ungenerosity
• managing
• skimping
• scrimping
• husbanding
• scraping
• cutting back

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of generosity

But behind the glitz was profound talent, as well as a grit and generosity that made her one of country music’s biggest stars and a beloved international icon. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 8 Sep. 2026

His family wrote of York's kindness, encouragement, generosity, patience, empathy, open mindedness and humility, positively impacted the lives of everyone. — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 8 Sep. 2026

Kansas Citians responded with what Argyriou found to be grace and generosity. — Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 5 Sep. 2026

The Kentucky native said Parton lived out her beliefs through compassion and generosity, even though some were critical of her glamorous image. — Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2026