- Magnanimous
- Today's Word
Magnanimous
mag-NAN-uh-muhs
Definition
(adjective) Generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful.
Example
Despite winning by a landslide, she was magnanimous in her victory speech.
Fun FactMagnanimous is derived from Latin for “great soul,” and it was a virtue prized in classical philosophy. Today, it’s often used in sports, politics, or leadership to praise people who are gracious in power—those who choose kindness when they could dominate.
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Magnanimous
- Today's Word
Magnanimous
mag-NAN-uh-muhs
Definition
(adjective) Generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful.
Example
Despite winning by a landslide, she was magnanimous in her victory speech.
Fun Fact
Magnanimous is derived from Latin for “great soul,” and it was a virtue prized in classical philosophy. Today, it’s often used in sports, politics, or leadership to praise people who are gracious in power—those who choose kindness when they could dominate.
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