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généreusement

generously

adverb zheh-neh-ROOZ-mahn Rare

Usage Note

Généreusement is formed from the adjective généreuse (feminine of généreux) plus -ment. It modifies verbs describing giving, sharing, or offering, and can also describe a large quantity in informal use: généreusement beurré ('generously buttered'). The base adjective généreux/généreuse also carries the sense of 'plentiful'.

Examples

"Elle a généreusement partagé ses provisions."

Natural Translation

She generously shared her supplies.

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