also: おおよう · ようよう
generous; magnanimous; large-hearted
Describes a person's character as broad-minded, tolerant, and not petty. Often used in formal or literary contexts.
He forgave the mistake with a magnanimous attitude.
His generous personality is trusted by those around him.
Describes a calm, unflappable demeanor, especially in situations that might upset others. Slightly literary.
He remains composed no matter what happens.
I was impressed by her placid demeanor.
寛大 emphasizes tolerance and leniency, often in a moral or judgmental sense, while 鷹揚 focuses on a generous, easygoing nature.
おおらか is a more common, everyday word for a relaxed, generous personality; 鷹揚 is more formal and literary.
Standard kanji spelling; the reading おうよう is the most common.
Rare reading of 鷹揚; おうよう is strongly preferred.
Archaic reading; not used in modern Japanese.
Alternate kanji form, rarely used; reading おおよう is associated with this spelling.
The word developed from 大様, historically おほやう, meaning dignified, generous, or unhurried in manner. The spelling 鷹揚 was applied through association with the stately bearing of a hawk.