Magnanimous

Pronunciation

• RP IPA: /mæɡˈnæn.ɪ.mÉ™s/
• Rhymes: -ænɪmÉ™s

Origin

From Latin magnanimus, from magnus ("great") + animus ("soul, mind").

Full definition of magnanimous

Adjective

1. Noble and generous in spirit.He thinks himself ardent, impulsive, passionate, magnanimous — capable of boundless enthusiasm for an idea or a sentiment.magnanimous forgiveness

Synonyms

• big-hearted
• generous
• great-hearted
• large-hearted
• unselfish

Related terms

• magnanimity
• magnanimously
• magnanimousness