liberality

[ lib-uh-ral-i-tee ]

noun

, plural lib·er·al·i·ties.

1. the quality or condition of being liberal in giving; generosity; bounty.
2. a liberal gift.
3. breadth of mind.
4. broadness or fullness, as of proportions or physical attributes.
5. liberalism.

liberality

/ ˌlɪbəˈrælɪtɪ /

noun

1. generosity; bounty
2. the quality or condition of being liberal

Other Words From

• over·liber·ali·ty noun
• prelib·er·ali·ty noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of liberality¹

1300–50; Middle English liberalite < Latin līberālitās. See liberal, -ity

Example Sentences

Here was a return for his frankness—his straightforward conduct—his unequalled liberality.

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And they have often shown the same liberality toward the French, when they have found them in distress.

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As a young man he had been remarkable for his liberality in pecuniary matters.

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Trokelowe frankly acknowledges that his handsome liberality gained him immense respect 'even among his enemies.'

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It was not merely by pecuniary liberality that the Parliament testified attachment to the Sovereign.

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