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- pronunciation:
- baUn
ti
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
bounties |
| definition 1: |
the quality of giving in abundance; generosity.
They were grateful for the bounty of their benefactor.- synonyms:
- generosity, liberality, munificence
- similar words:
- beneficence, largess, magnanimity, philanthropy
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| definition 2: |
something given generously.
We marveled at nature's bounty.They thanked God for the bounty they receive each day.- synonyms:
- gift, largess, liberality
- similar words:
- benefaction, contribution, donation, favor, philanthropy, present
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| definition 3: |
a reward or payment, esp. offered by a government for apprehending outlaws or for killing certain kinds of wild animals.
He captured the outlaw and returned to collect his bounty.- synonyms:
- reward
- similar words:
- bonus, recompense, remuneration
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| related words: |
alms, mercy, opulence, plenty, prize, profusion, wealth |
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