1. (a.) Noble, generous and forgiving in spirit\; Great of mind; elevated in soul or in sentiment; raised above what is low, mean, or ungenerous; of lofty and courageous spirit; as, a magnanimous character; a magnanimous conqueror.

2. (a.) Dictated by or exhibiting nobleness of soul; honorable; noble; not selfish.

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