großherzig

magnanimous, big-hearted

adjective GROHS-her-tsikh Rare

Usage Note

Großherzig describes someone who is generously forgiving, noble-minded, and magnanimous, especially in adversity. It is more elevated and emotional than großzügig (generous with money): ein großherziger Verzicht (a magnanimous renunciation).

Examples

"Sie war großherzig genug, ihm trotz allem zu vergeben."

Natural Translation

She was magnanimous enough to forgive him despite everything.

Literal Translation

She was big-hearted enough to forgive him despite everything.

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