magnanimously
gb/mˈæɡnənɪməsli/ us/mˈæɡnənɪməsli/
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English
nagylelkűen, nagyvonalúan
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FORMAL
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nagylelkűen
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nagyvonalúan
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Usage pattern:
magnanimously [forgive/overlook] [someone/something]
After the harsh criticism, she magnanimously thanked him for the feedback and moved on.
A kemény bírálat után nagylelkűen megköszönte neki a visszajelzést, aztán továbblépett.
He magnanimously congratulated his rival, even though the loss stung.
Nagylelkűen gratulált a riválisának, bár fájt neki a vereség.
The manager magnanimously overlooked the mistake and focused on fixing the process.
Learner examples
She magnanimously forgave him.
Nagylelkűen megbocsátott neki.
He magnanimously accepted the result.
Nagylelkűen elfogadta az eredményt.
Common mistake:
Often confused with only meaning “generously with money”; it more commonly refers to forgiving attitudes and behavior.
Meaning
in a forgiving, generous spirit
Collocations
magnanimously forgive
|magnanimously accept defeat
|magnanimously concede
|magnanimously apologize
|magnanimously overlook
|magnanimously withdraw
|magnanimously acknowledge
|magnanimously respond
|magnanimously treat
|magnanimously agree
Synonyms
graciously (Emphasizes polite kindness and calm acceptance.)
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generously (Broader; can focus on giving or being kind.)
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nobly (Emphasizes moral dignity and honor.)
Antonyms
spitefully (With a desire to hurt or punish.)
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pettishly (In a small-minded, easily offended way.)
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grudgingly (Unwillingly and with resentment.)
Themes
emotions
|relationships
|conflict_resolution
Definition
in a kind way that forgives easily
In a way that shows generosity of spirit, especially by forgiving an insult, injury, or defeat without resentment.
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FORMAL
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nagyvonalúan
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nagylelkűen
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Usage pattern:
magnanimously [share/give/grant/allow] [something] (to [someone])
She magnanimously shared the credit with the whole team during the presentation.
A bemutató során nagyvonalúan az egész csapatnak tulajdonította az érdemeket.
He magnanimously gave his former assistant public recognition for the breakthrough.
Nagyvonalúan nyilvánosan elismerte volt asszisztensének az áttörésben játszott szerepét.
The company magnanimously agreed to waive the fee after the long delay.
Learner examples
He magnanimously shared the credit.
Nagyvonalúan megosztotta az érdemeket.
She magnanimously gave her teammate praise.
Nagyvonalúan megdicsérte a csapattársát.
Common mistake:
Not commonly used for routine charity (e.g., donating money); it usually implies high-minded generosity or generosity from a position of strength.
Meaning
generously sharing credit or advantage
Collocations
magnanimously share the credit
|magnanimously give credit
|magnanimously grant permission
|magnanimously offer support
|magnanimously allow
|magnanimously praise
|magnanimously endorse
|magnanimously step aside
|magnanimously include
|magnanimously donate
Synonyms
generously (More general and common; less emphasis on high-mindedness.)
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unselfishly (Highlights putting others first.)
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big-heartedly (Warm and personal; more informal.)
Antonyms
selfishly (Keeping credit or advantage for yourself.)
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jealously (Protecting status or credit out of envy.)
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meanly (Ungenerous or small in giving or praise.)
Themes
social_life
|work
|ethics
Definition
in a very generous way, especially about praise or advantages
In a way that shows large-hearted generosity by giving others praise, credit, or an advantage that you could have kept for yourself.
Grammar
Dictionary form
magnanimously
IPA
GB/mˈæɡnənɪməsli/
US/mˈæɡnənɪməsli/
Syllables & stress
mag - nan - im - ously (4 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (mag)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: magnanimously
- Plural: magnanimouslies
Word family
Forms
magnanimouslies
noun
Core family
magnanimous
adjective C1
Advanced or less common
magnanimity
noun C1
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