largesse

/lɑːˈ(d)ʒɛs/noun
High School
1

The trait of being willing to donate money, resources, or time; generosity, liberality.

2

Often preceded by do, give, or make: the generous or liberal giving of gifts or money, especially by someone of high standing on a special occasion; also, excessive or wasteful giving.

3

Money, etc., given in this way.

4

Abundance of something (chiefly beneficial), regarded as having been given generously.

5

Chiefly in the form at one's largesse: freedom or liberty to act.

6

An act of donating or giving generously.

7

A specific gift of money, etc., given in this way, specifically (historical) at harvest time; a donation, a gratuity.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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