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largesse
This term carries a distinct air of nobility and formality, often evoking images of a benefactor or a sovereign distributing wealth from a position of power. It suggests a top-down flow of generosity where the giver possesses significant surplus and the receiver is in a position of dependence or gratitude.
Because it describes an abstract quality of generosity or the collective sum of gifts given, it is treated as an uncountable noun. It does not take a plural form and cannot be counted with numbers; instead, one would refer to an act of largesse or a display of largesse to specify individual instances.
Meanings
Examples
The university library was built thanks to the largesse of a former student.
He relied on the largesse of his wealthy uncle to fund his travels.
The king distributed his largesse to the peasants during the harvest festival.
I cannot believe the sheer largesse of this company's holiday bonus.
The guild master was known for his legendary largesse toward new recruits.
She has always been admired for her quiet largesse and humility.
Will the government provide some largesse to the struggling farmers?
Will the government provide some largesse to the struggling farmers?
The billionaire's largesse has transformed the city's healthcare system.
The billionaire's largesse has transformed the city's healthcare system.
Such unexpected largesse from a stranger is rare these days.
Such unexpected largesse from a stranger is rare these days.