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Magnanimity

/ˌmæɡnəˈnɪmɪti/
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(noun) The quality of being magnanimous; kindness of nature; generosity.

Her magnanimity in defeat earned her praise.
The king's magnanimity towards his enemies was legendary.
CEFR Practice Quiz
He showed great ____ by forgiving his rival and helping him when he was in a very difficult situation.

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