Magnanimous

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Adjective 1.2.1 Synonyms 1.2.2 Related terms 1.2.3 Translations

English

Etymology

From Latin magnanimus, from magnus great + animus soul, mind

Adjective

magnanimous

1. Noble and generous in spirit

   He thinks himself ardent, impulsive, passionate, magnanimous — capable of boundless enthusiasm for an idea or a sentiment.

2. Generous and understanding and tolerant

   magnanimous forgiveness

Synonyms

• big-hearted
• generous
• great-hearted
• large-hearted
• unselfish

Related terms

• magnanimity
• magnanimously

Translations

• Dutch: grootmoedig
• Esperanto: grandanima
• German: großmütig

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