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benevolent

adjectivemasculine/feminineformaluncommon/bɨ.nɨ.vu.lẽ.tɨ/be·ne·vo·len·te

Definition

1

Having or showing benevolence; kind, compassionate, indulgent.

Usage examples

The teacher was benevolent in grading the exams.
She has a benevolent heart and is always willing to help.

Common combinations

benevolent attitudebenevolent smilebenevolent gesture