Word of the day: MAGNANIMOUS

Pronunciation: mag·nan·i·mous UK /mæɡˈnæn.ɪ.məs/ US /mæɡˈnæn.ə.məs/

Meaning

'Magnanimous' means showing generosity, nobility of spirit, and kindness, especially toward someone you could easily resent or look down on.

Origin and History

The word ‘magnanimous,’ originates from the Latin magnanimus, meaning "great-souled" or "great-hearted". Its history traces to the 16th century when it was adopted into English from Latin.

The term is a compound of magnus (great) and animus (soul, mind, spirit), reflecting the concept of nobility, generosity, and high-mindedness in character, especially in overlooking insults or being gracious to an opponent.

Cultural significance and modern usage

In Indian epics, magnanimity is a recurring virtue. Characters like

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