magnanimity

noun
UK: /ˌmæɡ.nə.ˈnɪm.ə.ti/
US: /mæɡ.nəˈnɪm.ə.ti/

  1. The quality of being generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful than oneself.

    1. Her magnanimity was surprising; she forgave him quickly.
    2. The leader showed magnanimity by releasing all political prisoners after the war, which promoted reconciliation.

  2. Nobility of spirit; freedom from petty resentfulness or vindictiveness.

    1. His magnanimity is why people respect him.
    2. Showing magnanimity in defeat, she congratulated her opponent and wished her well in the upcoming competition.

Synonyms

forgiveness nobility benevolence chivalry generosity

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "magnanimity" in English means: The quality of being generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful than oneself., Nobility of spirit; freedom from petty resentfulness or vindictiveness..

The phonetic transcription of "magnanimity" is /ˌmæɡ.nə.ˈnɪm.ə.ti/ in British English and /mæɡ.nəˈnɪm.ə.ti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "magnanimity": forgiveness, nobility, benevolence, chivalry, generosity.

Example usage of "magnanimity": "Her magnanimity was surprising; she forgave him quickly.". More examples on the page.