Freehandedly

/ˌfriːˈhændɪdli/ adverb

Definition

In a generous and giving manner; with an open, unrestricted willingness to help or contribute.

Etymology

Adverbial form of 'freehanded' formed by adding '-ly'. The '-ly' suffix comes from Old English and transforms adjectives into adverbs describing how an action is performed.

Kelly Says

Medieval lords who ruled 'freehandedly' were often remembered more fondly by common people than stingy rulers—generosity literally shaped how history remembered leaders.

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