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munificent

adjective/mjuːˈnɪfɪsənt/

C2CEFR level
90/100Rarity: very rare
LiteraryRegister

Extremely generous in giving, often on a grand scale.

The munificent donor endowed the entire wing of the hospital without seeking any recognition.

Similar: bountiful, lavish, open-handed

Origin: From Latin munificus 'generous', from munus 'gift' + facere 'to make'.

Topic: generosity in General English

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