Magnanimous: meaning, definitions and examples
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magnanimous
[ ˌmæɡˈnænɪməs ]
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
Word origin
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.