Definition of Magnanimous

1. Adjective. Noble and generous in spirit. "A magnanimous conqueror"

Exact synonyms: Greathearted
Similar to: Noble
Derivative terms: Magnanimousness

2. Adjective. Generous and understanding and tolerant. "Magnanimous toward his enemies"
Exact synonyms: Big, Large
Similar to: Generous
Derivative terms: Magnanimity, Magnanimousness

Definition of Magnanimous

1. a. Great of mind; elevated in soul or in sentiment; raised above what is low, mean, or ungenerous; of lofty and courageous spirit; as, a magnanimous character; a magnanimous conqueror.

Definition of Magnanimous

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Magnanimous

1. 1. Great of mind; elevated in soul or in sentiment; raised above what is low, mean, or ungenerous; of lofty and courageous spirit; as, a magnanimous character; a magnanimous conqueror. "Be magnanimous in the enterprise." (Shak) "To give a kingdom hath been thought Greater and nobler done, and to law down Far more magnanimousan to assume." (Milton) 2. Dictated by or exhibiting nobleness of soul; honorable; noble; not selfish. "Both strived for death; magnanimous debate." (Stirling) "There is an indissoluble union between a magnanimous policy and the solid rewards of public prosperity and felicity." (Washington) Origin: L. Magnanimus; magnus great + animus mind. See Magnate, and Animus. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Magnanimous

magistrature
magistratures
maglev
maglevs
magma
magma
magmas
magmata
magmatic
Magnan
Magnan's sign
Magnan's trombone movement
magnanimities
magnanimity
magnanimous (current term)
magnanimous (current term)
magnanimously
magnanimousness
magnate
magnates
Magna Carta
Magna Charta
magna cum laude
Magna Mater
magnes
magneses
magnesia
magnesia
magnesian
magnesian

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