magnanimous

adjective

UK/mæɡˈnæn.ɪ.məs/
US/mæɡˈnæn.ə.məs/

Definitions of magnanimous adjective

  1. Having or showing a generous and forgiving nature, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful than oneself.

    (对敌人或失败者)宽宏大量的;度量大的

    • Despite losing the match, the athlete was magnanimous in congratulating their opponent.

      尽管输了比赛,这位运动员仍然宽宏大量地祝贺对手。

    • The king showed magnanimous grace to the traitors, pardoning all of their crimes.

      国王对叛徒表现出宽宏大量的仁慈,赦免了他们所有的罪行。

    • In negotiations, she showed a magnanimous gesture, making concessions to reach an agreement.

      在谈判中,她表现出宽宏大量的姿态,做出让步以达成协议。