Magnanimous (adjective)

  1. Generous in forgiving an insult or injury; free from petty resentfulness or vindictiveness.
  2. High-minded; noble.
  3. Showing or suggesting a lofty and courageous spirit.

Origin:

The word magnanimous comes from the latin word magnanimus, composed of the prefix "magnus" meaning "great" and "animus" meaning "soul" or "mind". it originally referred to someone who was great-souled or had a noble mind. it typically implies a willingness to forgive, generosity and a lack of spite or resentment.

Examples:

  1. His magnanimous behavior towards his enemies was admirable.
  2. She was magnanimous in her victory, refusing to gloat over her opponents.
  3. His magnanimous gesture of donating a large sum of money to the charity was appreciated.
  4. The magnanimous leader forgave the traitor and gave him a second chance.
  5. The magnanimous spirit of the athletes was evident in their sportsmanship.
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