as in generosity
the quality or state of being generous
a number of poor communities now have school computers as a result of that billionaire's munificence
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Recent Examples of munificence
His munificence and compassion were reliably containing.
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David Velasco, Harpers Magazine, 18 Dec. 2023
David Velasco, Harpers Magazine, 18 Dec. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for munificence
Noun
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His investment in human connection through generosity became his highest-performing sales channel.—
Chris Schembra,
Rolling Stone,
5 Mar. 2026
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The fallen soldiers, ages 20 to 42, earned praise from families for devotion to service, generosity and commitment to others.—
Hannah Fingerhut,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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Lebda also was known for his philanthropy and other projects, including as co-chairman of the 2020 Republican National Convention held in Charlotte.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Mar. 2026
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The family, longtime members of a Conservative synagogue in the suburbs of Chicago, has a record of Jewish philanthropy.—
Grace Gilson,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Munificence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/munificence. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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