Meaning & use
benevolent
Showing kindness and a desire to help others.
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A benevolent neighbor quietly paid for the damaged fence.
The story describes a benevolent ruler who listens to the villagers.
A note on using this word
Benevolent usually describes intentions, attitudes, people, or organizations; benevolence is the related noun.
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