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UK/["/ˈdʒenərəs/"]/US/["/ˈdʒenərəs/"]/

Meaning of Generous

In simple words: Someone who gives a lot, especially money or help.

Generous in a sentence

  • She was very generous with her time, volunteering every weekend.
  • His generous nature made him well-liked among his peers.
  • The restaurant offered a generous portion of pasta for the price.
  • They donated a generous sum to the local charity.
  • Her generous compliments always boosted my confidence.

How to use Generous

Use 'generous' to describe a person who is kind and shares freely. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in sarcastic situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Sounds like 'generate us' — think of generating kindness for everyone.

Related words

Synonyms for Generous

  • lavish

Opposites of Generous

Common mistakes with Generous

  • Often confused with 'generous' and 'generosity', forgetting the different forms.
  • Sometimes used incorrectly with uncountable nouns, e.g., 'a generous of help' instead of 'a generous amount of help'.

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Frequently asked questions about Generous

What does Generous mean?

Someone who gives a lot, especially money or help.

What is the definition of Generous?

giving or willing to give freely; given freely

How do you use Generous in a sentence?

She was very generous with her time, volunteering every weekend.

Can you give another example of Generous?

His generous nature made him well-liked among his peers.

What are synonyms for Generous?

Common alternatives include lavish.

What is the opposite of Generous?

Opposite meanings include stingy, mean, greedy.

What words go with Generous?

It commonly pairs with appear, be, feel, extremely, fairly, very, of, to, with, appear, be, feel, extremely, fairly, very, of, to, with, appear, be, feel, extremely, fairly, very, of, to, with.

What are common mistakes when using Generous?

Often confused with 'generous' and 'generosity', forgetting the different forms. Sometimes used incorrectly with uncountable nouns, e.g., 'a generous of help' instead of 'a generous amount of help'.

How do you pronounce Generous?

US: /["/ˈdʒenərəs/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdʒenərəs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Generous?

Use 'generous' to describe a person who is kind and shares freely. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in sarcastic situations.

What CEFR level is Generous?

"Generous" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.