Generous
8 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Showing readiness to give more than is necessary or expected, or larger than usual in size or amount. Characterized by magnanimity and liberality.
“The generous donation enabled the charity to expand its services to more communities.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈdʒɛn(ə)rəs/
Syllables
gen·er·ous
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Antonyms
stingyungenerous
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Wordle
Contains three E's with ROUS ending - GENER root
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Scrabble
Worth 9 points; OUS ending allows adjective formation from nouns
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