C2adverbformalemotionsrelationships
US/mæɡˈnæn.ɪ.məs.li/
UK/mæɡˈnæn.ɪ.məs.li/
in a generous and forgiving way, especially toward a rival or someone weaker
In context
The winner magnanimously praised his opponent after the match.
She magnanimously forgave her brother for losing the money.
The company magnanimously offered to pay for the damage it had not caused.
Words that go with magnanimously
adverb + verb
- magnanimously forgiveHe magnanimously forgave the mistake and moved on.
- magnanimously concedeThe candidate magnanimously conceded defeat on live television.
- magnanimously offerThe owner magnanimously offered everyone a day off.
- magnanimously admitShe magnanimously admitted that her rival had played better.
- magnanimously acceptHe magnanimously accepted their apology.
- magnanimously shareThe champion magnanimously shared the prize with his team.