magnanimous
adjective
Very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or less powerful person; showing nobility of feeling and generosity of mind.
Etymology
From Latin magnanimous "great-souled," from magnus "great" + animus "soul, spirit."
Examples in Use
- 1.
"The magnanimous winner helped his defeated opponent to his feet."
- 2.
"She made a magnanimous donation to her former rival's charity."
- 3.
"His magnanimous nature made him beloved by his employees."
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Fun Fact
Aristotle considered magnanimity a key virtue—the proper pride of a great-souled person who rightly recognizes their own worth while remaining generous toward others. It was the crown of all virtues.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 11 letters (M, A, G, N, A, N, I, M, O, U, S)
Scrabble Value: 16 points
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