largesse

noun

lär-ˈzhes How to pronounce largesse (audio)
variants also largess
Definition of largessenext
1
as in gift
something given to someone without expectation of a return the alumna's huge bequest was an unexpected largess

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2
as in generosity
the quality or state of being generous the philanthropist was known for his largess to all of the city's cultural institutions

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Recent Examples of largesse Yet these easy luxuries have simultaneously raised the entitlement of citizens and their expectations of largesse from their underfunded, over-bureaucratized, overpromising governments, which are left seeming slow and inept. — Simon Sebag Montefiore, The Atlantic, 28 June 2026 One thing the two-time campaign arm won’t threaten to withhold is his largesse on the trail. — Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 22 June 2026 Ideally, the money goes to invest into grass roots development — but in many cases, there seems little to show for FIFA’s largesse. — Stefan Szymanski, Fortune, 12 June 2026 That means the tourist-tax largesse can’t help pay for affordable housing projects or improvements to public transit, as some community leaders prefer, but instead must be spent on tourism marketing, expanding the convention center or improving sports and arts venues. — Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for largesse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for largesse
  1. gift
  2. generosity
  3. donation
  4. philanthropy
  5. presentation
  6. present
Noun
  • The Herald reported Whitaker’s statement on July 17 in a story that first disclosed the GMCVB’s ticket gift to Rodriguez through the commissioner’s political action committee, A Bolder Florida.
    — Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • Reid’s constancy is one of the gifts that has led him to the pinnacle of the NFL as the fourth-winningest coach in league history.
    — Vahe Gregorian July 31, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
Definition of gift
Noun
  • In my experience, companies that decline to run it voluntarily tend to end up running it under duress, with fewer options and less generosity available to their people.
    — Andrew Sorohan, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Sixteen first-time finishers received complimentary buckles through the generosity of Lynn Marks and Tom Noll, while five junior riders successfully completed the course.
    — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of generosity
Noun
  • Lê Shackelford said the revenue generated at the store goes back to the vendors or helps fund the nonprofit’s efforts, which could not rely solely on grants and donations.
    — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Partners relied on federal, state, county and city funding and grants and sought private donations in an effort spearheaded by First 5 Solano.
    — Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of donation
Noun
  • Endorsed by figures like Dawn Staley, the program emphasizes how athletic participation directly translates to vital career readiness and life skills, fostering future leaders through philanthropy and sport.
    — Mena Mirhom, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The Swaggy Sie, who reflected on his larger-than-life personality, unwavering belief in his hometown, and impact, hosted the event, which blended luxury fashion, live performances, philanthropy, and storytelling.
    — Christine Imarenezor, VIBE.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of philanthropy
Noun
  • The hearing will also feature presentations from representatives of insurance companies.
    — Jenna Carlesso, Hartford Courant, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The best part of the competition is taking a deep dive into a specific topic, Wadkins said, and also listening to the other students’ presentations to learn more about a specific time or person in history.
    — Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of presentation
Noun
  • One of the big reasons for this gap between our present and our future is that the consequences of health aren't immediate.
    — Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Since the start of his papacy, Leo has spoken about the risks AI presents for broad swaths of society.
    — Walter Scheirer, The Conversation, 31 July 2026
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“Largesse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/largesse. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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