Magnanimity
hardmag-nuh-NIM-uh-tee
noun
Definition
generosity, especially toward a rival or inferior
Examples
“In victory she showed remarkable magnanimity, praising the opponent she had just defeated.”
“The king's magnanimity toward the captured rebels surprised his hardened advisors.”
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GRE Tip
Magnanimity is a hard-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "generosity" or "benevolence" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "pettiness".
Related GRE Words
aberrant
Deviating from what is normal or expected
artless
free of guile or pretense; naturally simple and sincere
capricious
Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior
circumspect
Wary and unwilling to take risks; cautious
complaisant
Willing to please others; obliging; agreeable
conciliatory
intended to placate or win goodwill; appeasing
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