magnanimity

noun

mag·​na·​nim·​i·​ty ˌmag-nə-ˈni-mə-tē How to pronounce magnanimity (audio)
plural magnanimities
1
: the quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity
He had the magnanimity to forgive her for lying about him.
2
: a magnanimous act
the great magnanimities between soldiersKatharine Tynan

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That level of humility and magnanimity would go a long way these days. Christina Dugan Ramirez, Fox News, 7 Nov. 2024 Lastly, there is the charity itself, which, for all its magnanimity, has glamorous roots. Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 21 July 2024 This act of magnanimity has unintended repercussions. Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 12 July 2024 His post-electoral remarks bespoke a magnanimity and forward-looking resolve atypical of politicians. Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 15 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for magnanimity 

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of magnanimity was in the 14th century

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“Magnanimity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/magnanimity. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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magnanimity

noun
mag·​na·​nim·​i·​ty ˌmag-nə-ˈnim-ət-ē How to pronounce magnanimity (audio)
plural magnanimities
1
: nobility of character : high-mindedness
2
: a magnanimous act

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