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Duplicity vs Magnanimous - What's the difference?

duplicity | magnanimous |

As a noun duplicity

is intentional deceptiveness; double-dealing.

As an adjective magnanimous is

noble and generous in spirit.

duplicity

English

Noun

  • Intentional deceptiveness; double-dealing.

    • Related terms

    * duplicitous

    See also

    * double-cross

    magnanimous

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Noble and generous in spirit.
    • He thinks himself ardent, impulsive, passionate, magnanimous — capable of boundless enthusiasm for an idea or a sentiment.
    magnanimous forgiveness

    Synonyms

    * big-hearted * generous * great-hearted * large-hearted * unselfish

    Related terms

    * magnanimity * magnanimously * magnanimousness