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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).

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