beneficent
adjectivemasculine/feminineformal/bɨ.nɨ.fi.ˈsẽ.tɨ/low
be·ne·fi·cen·te
Definition
That practices or is intended to do good, to help others, especially through charity.
The association organized a beneficent dinner to raise funds.
She was known for her beneficent spirit and help to the needy.
Common collocations
beneficent institutionbeneficent workbeneficent gala
Etymology
Do latim 'benefacientem', particípio presente de 'benefacere' (fazer bem).