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LONGANIMOUS

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Showing patient and unruffled self-control and restraint under adversity; slow to retaliate or express resentment

Example:

was longanimous in the face of suffering

Synonyms:

forbearing; longanimous

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Adjectives

Similar:

patient (enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance)

Derivation:

longanimity (good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence)

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