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magnanimous

 

[ ˌmæɡˈnænɪməs ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in a generous way

Showing or suggesting a lofty and courageous spirit; showing or suggesting nobility of feeling and generosity of mind.

Synonyms

benevolent, big-hearted, charitable, generous, gracious

Examples of usage

  • He was a magnanimous ruler, often forgiving those who had wronged him.
  • She made a magnanimous donation to the charity, helping many in need.
  • Despite the betrayal, he remained magnanimous and kind towards his former friend.

Translations

Translations of the word "magnanimous" in other languages:

🇵🇹 magnânimo

🇮🇳 उदार

🇩🇪 großzügig

🇮🇩 murah hati

🇺🇦 великодушний

🇵🇱 wielkoduszny

🇯🇵 寛大な (かんだいな)

🇫🇷 magnanime

🇪🇸 magnánimo

🇹🇷 cömert

🇰🇷 관대한

🇸🇦 كريم

🇨🇿 velkorysý

🇸🇰 veľkorysý

🇨🇳 宽宏大量的 (kuānhóng dàliàng de)

🇸🇮 velikodušen

🇮🇸 stórhugaður

🇰🇿 жомарт

🇬🇪 დიდსულოვანი

🇦🇿 əliaçıq

🇲🇽 magnánimo

Etymology

The word 'magnanimous' comes from the Latin roots 'magnus' (great) and 'animus' (soul). It first appeared in English in the 16th century, borrowed from the Middle French 'magnanime'. Throughout history, being magnanimous has been seen as a virtue associated with courage, generosity, and nobility.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,117, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.