Magnanimous

Meanings

1. Very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival
2. Noble in spirit
3. Above pettiness

Example Sentences

• "The magnanimous leader forgave his political opponents after winning the election."
• "It was magnanimous of the company to continue paying employees during the shutdown."
• "Emperor Ashoka was known for his magnanimous treatment of conquered peoples after his conversion."

Etymology

From Latin 'magnanimus' (great-souled), from 'magnus' (great) + 'animus' (soul, spirit). The concept of 'mahatma' in Sanskrit (maha + atma = great soul) is a beautiful parallel.

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