Definition

The quality of being generous and giving freely without expecting anything in return.

Example

Her openhandedness was evident when she donated a large sum to the charity.

Conversation

I really appreciate your openhandedness when it comes to sharing your things.

Thanks! I believe it's important to help each other out.

It definitely makes our friendship stronger, don’t you think?

Absolutely! It feels great to be generous and supportive.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Openhandedness → It is formed from "open" (from Old English "open", meaning not closed or shut) and "hand" (from Old English "hand", meaning the part of the body at the end of the arm) and "-ed" (a suffix indicating a state or condition) and "-ness" (a suffix indicating a quality or state). The word "openhandedness" refers to the quality of being generous or giving freely, as if one is offering with an open hand.

Memory Tip

Think of someone with an 'open' hand, ready to give freely — that’s what 'openhandedness' means.

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