Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
degenerous
Adjective
/dɪˈdʒɛn.ə.rəs/
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Definition
Not generous; lacking in generosity; mean or stingy.
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Examples
- His degenerous attitude towards his colleagues often made it difficult to work in a team.
- Despite her wealth, her degenerous nature kept her from donating to charitable causes.
- The degenerous remarks during the meeting revealed his true character.
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Meaning
The term ‘degenerous’ describes a person or action that is not willing to give or share freely. It conveys a sense of meanness or unwillingness to provide help, support, or kindness to others.
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Synonyms
- stingy
- ungenerous
- mean
- miserly
- tightfisted