magnanimous
Significado: Generous or forgiving, especially towards a rival or someone less powerful; showing noble spirit.
Magnanimous describes generosity of spirit, particularly in situations where one might justifiably be angry, resentful, or petty. It is often used in contexts of victory (magnanimous in victory), forgiveness, and leadership. The word carries a distinctly positive and admiring tone. It collocates with 'gesture,' 'victory,' 'spirit,' 'offer,' and 'leader.'
Ejemplos
- The magnanimous gesture of inviting his defeated rival to join the cabinet surprised many observers. 邀请落败的对手加入内阁这一宽宏大量的举动让许多观察者感到意外。El magnánimo gesto de invitar a su rival derrotado a unirse al gabinete sorprendió a muchos observadores.敗れたライバルを内閣に招くという寛大な振る舞いは、多くの観察者を驚かせました。패배한 경쟁자를 내각에 초대하는 관대한 행보는 많은 관찰자들을 놀라게 했습니다.
- She was magnanimous in victory, praising her opponent's campaign and calling for unity. 她在胜利中表现得宽宏大量,赞扬对手的竞选活动并呼吁团结。Fue magnánima en la victoria, elogiando la campaña de su adversario y pidiendo unidad.彼女は勝利に際して寛大さを見せ、相手の選挙運動を称え、団結を呼びかけました。그녀는 승리에 있어 관대한 모습을 보이며 상대의 선거 운동을 칭찬하고 단결을 촉구했습니다.
- Despite being wrongly accused, he was magnanimous enough to forgive those responsible. 尽管遭到不实指控,他仍然宽宏大量地原谅了那些应负责任的人。Pese a haber sido acusado injustamente, fue lo bastante magnánimo como para perdonar a los responsables.不当に告発されたにもかかわらず、彼は責任者たちを許すほど寛大でした。부당하게 고발당했음에도 불구하고, 그는 책임자들을 용서할 만큼 관대했습니다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: academic, media, general
Tono: neutral
Origen e historia
From Latin magnanimis (great-souled), from magnus (great) and animus (soul, spirit). Entered English via Old French magnanime in the mid-16th century. Aristotle's concept of megalopsychia (greatness of soul) influenced its philosophical meaning.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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