Magnanimous
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Generous and noble, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful.
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MAGNA-ANIMOUS = great (magna) soul (animus).
Examples
She was magnanimous in victory and credited the whole team.
A magnanimous response defused the argument quickly.
He made a magnanimous gesture by sharing credit publicly.
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Etymology
From Latin magnanimus "great-souled," from magnus "great" + animus "soul/spirit."
Usage Notes
Often used for leadership behavior under conflict, competition, or criticism.
Real-life contexts
Use for leadership: "Be magnanimous when you win."
Use in feedback: "That was a magnanimous way to handle criticism."
Use in culture docs: "We value magnanimity over ego."
Common Mistakes
Magnanimous is not just generous with money; it is generosity of spirit.
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Part of Speech
adjective
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