benevolent
be·ne·vo·lent
adjective
1.
doing or producing good
3.
5.
generous in assistance to the poor
- “a benevolent contributor”
- “eleemosynary relief”
- “philanthropic contributions”
Origin
From Old French benevolent, borrowed from Latin benevolēns ("benevolent"). Displaced native Old English welwillende (literally well-wishing).
Phrases
- benevolent absolutism
- benevolent assimilation
- benevolent dictator for life
- benevolent overlord
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