generousness

noun

Definition of generousnessnext
as in generosity
the quality or state of being generous many of the donations seemed to have been made more out of a nagging sense of guiltiness than in a true spirit of generousness

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  1. generosity
  2. philanthropy
Noun
  • Jewel-bright macarons and sweets set a tone of abundant generosity at check-in.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • The Sun in your 8th House opposes Saturn in your 2nd, highlighting the difference between generosity and taking on more than feels sustainable.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of generosity
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  • What’s been acutely hard in the past few years is space scarcity, federal funding cuts, an atmosphere of censorship, and dwindling philanthropy.
    — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 2 Oct. 2026
  • This adaptability helps organizations pivot between crowdfunding and philanthropy, approaching prospects whose values truly align with the mission.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of philanthropy
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“Generousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/generousness. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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