Meaning & use

giving

adjective·Everyday

Generous and willing to share time, money, or resources with others.

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Her giving nature made her the first person people turned to for help.

The giving community raised thousands of dollars for the local food bank.

A note on using this word

"Giving" as a noun refers to the act of donating or providing something, as in "the season of giving."

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Another way to use it

2. noun

The act of providing or donating something to others.

Giving generously to charity became a family tradition every December.

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