generously
Definition
Adverb: 1. In a generous manner: Acting or giving in a way that shows a readiness to give more of something (such as money, time, or help) than is strictly necessary or expected. It implies a magnanimous, unselfish, or open-handed spirit. 2. Amply, plentifully: In a large or abundant amount; not sparingly.
Usage
The adverb "generously" modifies verbs to describe how an action is performed with generosity. * It is used to describe the manner of giving, sharing, or behaving. * It can describe the abundant application or provision of something non-material, like praise or time.
Examples
- Modifying an action of giving:
- She generously donated to the local food bank.
- He generously offered his time to tutor the students.
- Modifying an action of providing or applying:
- Season the soup generously with salt and pepper.
- The host generously filled our glasses.
- Modifying a verb describing behavior:
- He generously praised his team's efforts, not just his own.
Advanced Usage
- "to give generously": A common collocation emphasizing charitable or unselfish giving.
- The community was asked to give generously to the annual fundraiser.
- "generously sized/proportioned": Used to describe something that is large or ample.
- The hotel rooms are generously sized and very comfortable.
Variants and Related Words
- Generous (adjective): Showing a readiness to give more than is necessary; kind, magnanimous.
- She is a very generous person.
- Generosity (noun): The quality of being generous; a generous act.
- We thank you for your generosity.
Synonyms
- Liberally: In a way that is plentiful or given freely. (e.g., )
- Lavishly: In a rich, elaborate, or extravagant manner.
- Open-handedly: In a manner that gives freely; generously.
- Amply: In a sufficient or abundant manner.
Antonyms
- Stingily: In a mean-spirited or unwilling-to-give manner.
- Sparingly: In a restricted or frugal manner; scantily.
- Meagerly: In a lacking quantity or quality; inadequately.
Adverb
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in a generous manner
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he gave liberally to several charities
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