magnanimity
gb/mˈæɡnənɪmɪti/ us/mˈæɡnənɪmɪti/
C1
English
nagylelkűség, nagyvonalúság, nemeslelkűség
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
1
nagylelkűség
B2
Usage pattern:
[someone]'s magnanimity (toward [someone])
In defeat, she showed magnanimity by congratulating her rival and thanking her team.
A vereség után nagyvonalúságot tanúsított: gratulált az ellenfelének, és köszönetet mondott a csapatának.
His magnanimity after the argument made it easier for everyone to move on.
A vita utáni nagylelkűsége megkönnyítette, hogy mindenki továbblépjen.
The judge praised the victim’s magnanimity in accepting the apology.
Learner examples
He showed magnanimity and forgave them.
Nagylelkűséget tanúsított, és megbocsátott nekik.
She thanked her opponent with magnanimity.
Nagyvonalúan mondott köszönetet az ellenfelének.
Common mistake:
Magnanimity is about generosity or forgiveness, not simply being ‘big’ or physically strong (it comes from Latin ‘great-minded’).
Meaning
generosity toward an opponent
Collocations
show magnanimity
|display magnanimity
|an act of magnanimity
|a gesture of magnanimity
|magnanimity toward an opponent
|magnanimity in victory
|magnanimity after the dispute
|political magnanimity
|rare magnanimity
|unexpected magnanimity
Synonyms
generosity (Broader; not always directed at an opponent.)
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forbearance (Emphasizes patient self-control and not retaliating.)
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clemency (Often used for mercy shown by someone in authority.)
Antonyms
pettiness (Focus on small grievances instead of rising above them.)
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spite (Desire to hurt or offend, especially in response to feeling wronged.)
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vindictiveness (Strong wish for revenge rather than forgiveness.)
Themes
emotions
|relationships
|morality
|conflict
Definition
being kind and forgiving, even to someone who treated you badly
A generous and forgiving attitude, especially toward someone you could harm, criticize, or defeat.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
2
nagylelkűség
B2
Usage pattern:
magnanimity of [someone]
Her magnanimity was evident in the way she treated everyone with respect, regardless of status.
Nemeslelkűsége abban is megmutatkozott, hogy rangtól függetlenül mindenkivel tisztelettel bánt.
The biography presents him as a leader of unusual magnanimity and restraint.
Az életrajz rendkívüli nemeslelkűségű és önmérsékletű vezetőként mutatja be.
Magnanimity is hard to sustain when you feel you’ve been treated unfairly.
Learner examples
People admired his magnanimity.
Az emberek csodálták a nagylelkűségét.
Magnanimity is a kind of noble character.
A nagylelkűség a nemes jellem egyik formája.
Common mistake:
Don’t confuse magnanimity with ‘ambition’ or ‘confidence’; it describes moral largeness, not drive or self-belief.
Meaning
noble, high-minded character
Collocations
great magnanimity
|true magnanimity
|magnanimity of spirit
|a sense of magnanimity
|known for magnanimity
|magnanimity and humility
|magnanimity and compassion
|public magnanimity
|personal magnanimity
|moral magnanimity
Synonyms
nobility (Focuses on honorable character; can also mean aristocratic status.)
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largeness of spirit (More descriptive and less formal than magnanimity.)
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high-mindedness (Emphasizes principled thinking and ideals.)
Antonyms
small-mindedness (Lack of generosity or breadth of outlook.)
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selfishness (Prioritizing one’s own advantage over fairness or kindness.)
Themes
personality
|morality
|values
Definition
a noble way of thinking that is not selfish
A quality of being noble and high-minded, with a willingness to rise above selfishness or resentment.
Grammar
Dictionary form
magnanimity
IPA
GB/mˈæɡnənɪmɪti/
US/mˈæɡnənɪmɪti/
Syllables & stress
mag - nan - im - ity (4 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (mag)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: magnanimity
- Plural: magnanimity
Word family
Core family
magnanimous
adjective C1
magnanimously
adverb C1
Negative and opposite forms
petty
adjective B2
ungenerous
adjective
Expressions
a gesture of magnanimity
1/ə d͡ʒˈɛst͡ʃɚ əv mˈæɡnənɪmɪti/
fixed phrase
formal
symbolic generous action
a small action to show kindness
Examples
- As a gesture of magnanimity, the company offered to cover the customer’s expenses.
- The president’s visit was presented as a gesture of magnanimity after years of tension.
- She sent a friendly message as a gesture of magnanimity.
Learner examples
- He made a gesture of magnanimity.
- She offered help as a gesture of magnanimity.
an act of magnanimity
1/ən ˈækt əv mˈæɡnənɪmɪti/
fixed phrase
formal
a generous, forgiving act
one generous or forgiving action
Examples
- In an act of magnanimity, he withdrew his complaint after hearing the explanation.
- Her donation to the rival charity was seen as an act of magnanimity.
- They called the apology an act of magnanimity, not weakness.
Learner examples
- It was an act of magnanimity.
- He made an act of magnanimity toward his rival.
magnanimity in victory
1/mˈæɡnənɪmɪti ˈɪn vˈɪktɚi/
fixed phrase
formal
graciousness after winning
being kind after you win
Examples
- The coach praised the team’s magnanimity in victory as much as their skill.
- Magnanimity in victory helps keep a rivalry respectful.
- Her magnanimity in victory won over even her harshest critics.
Learner examples
- Show magnanimity in victory.
- He was known for magnanimity in victory.
show magnanimity
1/ʃˈoʊ mˈæɡnənɪmɪti/
fixed phrase
formal
act generously and forgive
to be kind and forgiving
Examples
- He chose to show magnanimity and thanked them for their honesty.
- After winning, she showed magnanimity toward her critics.
- Leaders are expected to show magnanimity in public.
Learner examples
- Try to show magnanimity after an argument.
- She showed magnanimity and forgave him.