Definition of benevolent

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  • benevolent is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • benevolent is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
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Definition of benevolent

  • generous in assistance to the poor (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a benevolent contributor

    Synonyms

    1. beneficent
    2. eleemosynary
    3. philanthropic
  • generous in providing aid to others (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. freehearted
  • showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. charitable
    2. good-hearted
    3. kindly
    4. large-hearted
    5. openhearted
    6. sympathetic
  • intending or showing kindness ()

    Examples

    1. a benevolent society

See definition of benevolent in Merriam Webster