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generous

/ˈdʒen.ər.əs/

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Translation

Happy to give money, time, or help to others.

Word origin

From Latin generosus, meaning of noble birth, later kind and giving.

Origin
Latin
Root
generosus

Examples

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Here "generous" means happy to give her time to others.

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"Generous" means willing to give freely.

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Here "generous" means large and kind.

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This word is part of lesson 19.