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    Magnánimo (en. Magnanimous)

    /maɣˈna.ni.mo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    A person who is generous and forgives offenses.
    Despite the betrayal, he decided to act in a magnanimous way.
    A pesar de la traición, decidió actuar de manera magnánima.
    One who behaves with greatness in their actions and decisions.
    His magnanimous attitude during the crisis was admirable.
    Su actitud magnánima durante la crisis fue admirable.
    An individual who acts with nobility and magnanimity.
    He is a magnanimous leader who always thinks of the good of his community.
    Es un líder magnánimo que siempre piensa en el bien de su comunidad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'magnanimus', meaning 'of great soul'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to act with magnanimity
    To behave in a generous and noble manner.
    actuar con magnanimidad
    to have a magnanimous heart
    To be a person capable of forgiving and being generous.
    tener un corazón magnánimo
    magnanimous gesture
    An act that shows nobility and generosity.
    gesto magnánimo

    Related Words

    magnanimity
    Quality of being magnanimous.
    magnanimidad
    generosity
    Quality of being generous.
    generosidad
    nobility
    Quality of being noble.
    nobleza

    Slang Meanings

    To be really chill and forgive something big.
    He was really magnanimous when he didn’t get upset after his car was scratched.
    Fue bien magnánimo cuando no se enojó después de que le rayaron el coche.
    To do an epic favor without expecting anything in return.
    He lent money to his friend without asking for interest, how magnanimous.
    Le prestó lana a su amigo sin pedirle intereses, qué magnánimo.