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largehearted

adjective

Definition of largeheartednext
as in magnanimous

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for largehearted
  1. magnanimous
  2. humanitarian
  3. big
  4. altruistic
  5. hospitable
  6. philanthropic
  7. benevolent
  8. openhearted
Adjective
  • Given the circumstances, his commitment was defiantly magnanimous.
    — John Phipps, New Yorker, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Deadpool is proving to be surprisingly magnanimous as the flippant character loses a box office record to The Odyssey.
    — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of magnanimous
Adjective
  • The Belarusian opposition has welcomed Coale's efforts as an important humanitarian mission, but emphasized that Lukashenko's government has jailed more political prisoners.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2026
  • For Natalia Sergienko, a humanitarian worker and the director of the Kherson Power of the South public organization, the past month brought two close calls.
    — David Brennan, ABC News, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of humanitarian
Adjective
  • The 5-foot-11, 210-pound Lyons has made plenty of big plays this season.
    — Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The Hurricanes’ defense made a big stand, forcing a holding in the end zone for a safety.
    — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of big
Adjective
  • And Sanders is credited as an altruistic, creative genius by diners, influencers and the media.
    — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026
  • On a more altruistic front, Leighton also stands ready to end a gruesome pandemic in another world, turning up with vaccines and medications like a multidimensional DoorDash service.
    — Scott Tobias, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of altruistic
Adjective
  • Ole Miss is known as one of the most hospitable places in college football for visiting fans.
    — Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
  • While Tarlov was grateful for his advice, her book praises current Fox News Chief Executive Suzanne Scott for creating a workplace culture that is much more hospitable to women.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of hospitable
Adjective
  • Some billionaires have also pledged philanthropic contributions.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026
  • That would have been even a few more million bucks on top of what already looks more like a philanthropic civic act more than a savvy investment on Tullman’s impassioned part, but an enthusiastic punter can dream.
    — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026
Definition of philanthropic
Adjective
  • Behind her benevolent exterior, Lizzie was reportedly known to have a fiery temper.
    — Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Socialists are counting on the promise of a society where all needs are met by a benevolent government to convert voters to their ranks.
    — Nolan Finley The Detroit News, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of benevolent
Adjective
  • With Marilla in particular, there’s a joy in watching her stern façade almost immediately crumble and grow into openhearted adoration upon meeting Anne.
    — Kambole Campbell, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025
  • Straight Line Was a Lie finds the band embracing an openhearted surrender to every aspect of growth while acknowledging that the cycle will inevitably begin again.
    — Gabrielle Macafee, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2025
Definition of openhearted
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“Largehearted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/largehearted. Accessed 20 Sep. 2026.

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