largess
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English[edit]
Alternative forms[edit]
Etymology[edit]
French largesse, Old French largesce
Pronunciation[edit]
Noun[edit]
largess (usually uncountable; plural largesses)
- (uncountable) Generosity in the giving of gifts or money.
- The gifts or money given in such a way.
- A benevolent demeanor.
Synonyms[edit]
- (generosity): benevolence, generosity, graciousness
- (the gifts or money): boon
Antonyms[edit]
- (generosity): niggardliness, tight fistedness
Translations[edit]
generosity in the giving of gifts or money
the gifts or money given in such a way
