NSW Opportunity Class

Learn “Magnanimous

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NSW Opportunity Class

Magnanimous

adjective/mag-nan-i-mus/

very generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful than oneself.

Her magnanimous donation to the charity was greatly appreciated.

Magna = great, anim = spirit — a magnanimous winner shows a great, generous spirit.

Classic pairing: 'magnanimous in victory' — generous towards those you have beaten.