GENEROUSLY Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

generously

adverb

Definition of generously

as in well

in a generous manner gave generously to several charities

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Recent Examples of generously It was seasoned generously (served with a lime for a little sweetness), packed with flavor and was the perfect size to balance the behemoth empanada. — Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2026 However, all are generously sized and sleek, with bright white bedding accented with pops of stately blue, silver and hot pink. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026 Taste and season the salad generously before serving, and don’t skip the lemon wedges for an extra hit of brightness. — Hana Asbrink, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Sep. 2026 The heel is generously cushioned for extra impact absorption, an asset to any frequent or long-distance runners. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026 Better still, it’s generously sized to fit up to three bottles, which should save you a few trips back down to the cellar. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2026 Notoriety can be great, as can the ability to contribute generously to the give/get of the organization, but the job of a board is governance. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026 Toss with enough oil or melted fat to coat and enough salt to season generously. — ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026 Community members love the story, the scholarship opportunities and the potential to teach students to give back generously. — Jennie Key, Cincinnati Enquirer, 18 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for generously

Adverb

Being dependable sometimes means choosing one thing and doing it well.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
Her committed advocacy is well known; her brilliance in recognizing a constellation of facts and weaving them together to find solutions is another part of her legacy.

— Susan Daria Landino, Hartford Courant, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of well

Adverb

But apparently Payton didn't take too kindly to the Seahawks coaches' scouting tactics.

— Matt Calkins OutKick, FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2026
The Yankees have been, to put it kindly, offensively challenged in the absence of Aaron Judge and with their captain likely to miss the Wild Card series against the Boston Red Sox.

— James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of kindly

Adverb

Awareness helps users engage thoughtfully with content and services, and being able to parse what’s authentic and what isn’t is a key part of this.

— Will Jones, Sacbee.com, 22 Sep. 2026
Art books by their very nature are deluxe, image filled and thoughtfully designed.

— Marc Weingarten, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of thoughtfully

Adverb

Now, the apartment is back on the market — as cheerfully over the top as ever in the listing photos — with Compass brokers Haley Venn and Carl Gambino, who declined to comment.

— Kim Velsey, Curbed, 16 Sep. 2026
But Kelce, unaware of Gracie’s warnings, cheerfully makes a peace sign in response.

— Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of cheerfully

Adverb

What was true in the Jazz Age remains so, as the Roundabout Theatre Company production starring the terrific Rose Byrne and Kelli O’Hara so bountifully proves.

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2026
How can vocals be as bountifully impressive as Mars’ are here and still leave you thinking that there’s no lived experience in any of the songs?

— Chris Willman, Variety, 27 Feb. 2026

Definition of bountifully

Adverb

Faculty and administrators are policing the classroom for AI, largely in vain, while also using AI liberally in their own work.

— Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2026
Ulbrich rotated defenders liberally throughout the day, essentially changing about half the squad depending on the situation.

— Josh Kendall, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2026

Definition of liberally

Adverb

They’re lavishly funded, beautifully produced, and slickly marketed.

— Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026
With Guggenheim Group, Walter had both the commitment and wherewithal to spend more lavishly on the Dodgers’ front office, support staff and roster.

— Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

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