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Generous vs Clement - What's the difference?

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Generous is a related term of clement.


As adjectives the difference between generous and clement

is that generous is (obsolete) of noble birth while clement is clement, mild.

generous

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • (obsolete) Of noble birth.
  • Noble in behaviour or actions; principled, not petty; kind, magnanimous.
  • Thank you for your generous words.
  • Willing to give and share unsparingly; showing a readiness to give more (especially money) than is expected or needed.
  • She's been extremely generous with her winnings.
  • Large, more than ample, copious.
  • Synonyms

    * See also

    clement

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Lenient or merciful; charitable.
  • Said of weather and similar circumstances that are mild.
  • Antonyms

    * inclement

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