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Magnanimous vs Illustrious - What's the difference?

magnanimous | illustrious | Related terms |

Magnanimous is a related term of illustrious.


As adjectives the difference between magnanimous and illustrious

is that magnanimous is noble and generous in spirit while illustrious is dignified.

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

    illustrious

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • dignified