magnanimously
gb/mˈæɡnənɪməsli/ us/mˈæɡnənɪməsli/
C1
English
Senses
0 senses
adverb
formal
C1
property
1
in a forgiving, generous spirit
in a kind way that forgives easily
Usage pattern:
magnanimously [forgive/overlook] [someone/something]
Common mistake:
Often confused with only meaning “generously with money”; it more commonly refers to forgiving attitudes and behavior.
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.)
Collocations
magnanimously forgive
|magnanimously accept defeat
|magnanimously concede
|magnanimously apologize
|magnanimously overlook
|magnanimously withdraw
|magnanimously acknowledge
|magnanimously respond
|magnanimously treat
|magnanimously agree
Themes
emotions
|relationships
|conflict_resolution
Examples
- After the harsh criticism, she magnanimously thanked him for the feedback and moved on.
- He magnanimously congratulated his rival, even though the loss stung.
- The manager magnanimously overlooked the mistake and focused on fixing the process.
Learner examples
- She magnanimously forgave him.
- He magnanimously accepted the result.
adverb
formal
C1
property
2
generously sharing credit or advantage
in a very generous way, especially about praise or advantages
Usage pattern:
magnanimously [share/give/grant/allow] [something] (to [someone])
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.
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.)
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
Themes
social_life
|work
|ethics
Examples
- She magnanimously shared the credit with the whole team during the presentation.
- He magnanimously gave his former assistant public recognition for the breakthrough.
- The company magnanimously agreed to waive the fee after the long delay.
Learner examples
- He magnanimously shared the credit.
- She magnanimously gave her teammate praise.
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
Expressions
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