One of the best definitions on forgiveness comes from — of all places — Wikipedia, where it's described as «the intentional and voluntary process by which a victim undergoes a change in feelings and attitude regarding an offense, lets go of negative emotions such as vengefulness, with an increased ability to wish the offender well.» (relevantmagazine.com)
In a demonstration of vengefulness and petulance that we haven't before seen from the seemingly sweethearted Harlem politician, Paterson systematically and deliberately began shredding Kennedy's reputation after she dropped out of consideration to replace Hillary Clinton in the Senate. (nymag.com)
And, of course, there is no better proof of his moral greatness than his magnanimity toward the planters — not just personally but as a policy enforced throughout his command — when vengefulness was so common and easily indulged. (firstthings.com)