bighearted
Definition
- Adjective:
- Generous and kind: "bighearted" describes a person who is very generous, kind, and willing to give freely of their time, money, or affection. It implies a warm and unselfish nature.
Usage
The adjective "bighearted" is used to describe a person's character. It is a positive and complimentary term, often highlighting a person's consistent generosity and kindness towards others.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "bigheartedness" (noun): The quality of being bighearted.
- The community was known for its bigheartedness in times of crisis.
Variants and Related Words
- Big-hearted: An alternative hyphenated spelling with the same meaning.
- Large-hearted: A synonym with a very similar meaning, emphasizing emotional generosity.
Synonyms
- Generous: Willing to give and share.
- Benevolent: Well-meaning and kindly.
- Magnanimous: Generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or less powerful person.
- Openhanded: Giving freely.
Antonyms
- Stingy: Unwilling to give or spend.
- Mean: Lacking generosity; petty.
- Selfish: Concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure.
Adjective
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given or giving freely
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was a big tipper
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the bounteous goodness of God
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bountiful compliments
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a freehanded host
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a handsome allowance
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Saturday's child is loving and giving
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a liberal backer of the arts
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a munificent gift
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her fond and openhanded grandfather
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