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Comparative
more magnanimous
Superlative
most magnanimous
1
demonstrating a broad-minded and selfless approach, often showing a willingness to help or support others without expecting anything in return
- The teacher was magnanimous with students who struggled in class.
- It was magnanimous of the winners to invite the losing team to join in the post-game celebrations.
- His grand gesture of paying for everyone's dinner was truly a magnanimous act of generosity.
- Leaders who are magnanimous inspire loyalty and trust.
- Even after the betrayal, he remained magnanimous and offered help.
2
showing noble character and generosity of spirit, often linked to moral greatness and dignity
- The king's magnanimous offer of peace ended the war.
- She acted with magnanimous dignity, refusing to speak ill of her rivals.
- His magnanimous spirit was evident in his lifelong service to the poor.
- The athlete showed a magnanimous attitude by praising all the competitors.
- A truly magnanimous person gives without expecting anything in return.
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