generous

• Describe a una persona que da más de lo esperado o una cantidad mayor de lo habitual; también se aplica a algo abundante o que supera lo normal, o a alguien noble y de buen corazón.

Describes a person who is willing to give more than expected, or an amount that is larger than usual.

1. Willing to giveA2formal

   Showing a readiness to give more of something, such as money, time, or help, than is strictly necessary or expected.

   Generoso

   • She is a generous donor to local charities.
   • He was generous with his time, helping me study.
   • They made a generous contribution to the fund.

   Sinónimosbigheartedbountifulcharitablefreehandedlavishliberalmunificentopenhandedunselfishunstinting

   Antónimosclosefistedmiserlyparsimoniouspenny-pinchingselfishstingytightfistedungenerous

2. Large or ampleB1formal

   Larger or more plentiful than is usual or necessary.

   Generoso, abundante

   • The restaurant serves generous portions of food.
   • She received a generous salary increase.
   • There is a generous amount of space in the new office.

   Sinónimosabundantamplebountifulconsiderablecopiouslavishliberalplentifulprofusesubstantial

   Antónimosinadequateinsufficientmeagerscantscantyskimpysparse

3. Kind and forgivingB2formal

   Showing kindness and a willingness to forgive or understand others.

   Indulgente y comprensivo

   • He was generous in his praise of the team.
   • She has a generous spirit, always seeing the best in people.
   • The judge was generous with the sentence, showing leniency.

   Sinónimoscompassionateforbearingforgivinggraciouslenientmagnanimousmercifultolerantunderstanding

   Antónimoscruelharshmercilessresentfulspitefulunkindvindictive