Pronunciation: /bəˈnɛvələns/
noun the quality of being well meaning; kindness
A1 Kindness and benevolence are important traits to have.
A2 The charity organization is known for its benevolence towards the less fortunate.
B1 The king was praised for his benevolence towards his subjects.
B2 Her benevolence towards animals led her to start a shelter for stray pets.
C1 The billionaire's acts of benevolence included funding scholarships for underprivileged students.
C2 The philanthropist's benevolence knew no bounds as he donated millions to various causes.
adjective benevolent (showing kindness and goodwill)
A1 She showed benevolence towards the stray cat by giving it food and shelter.
A2 The benevolence of the volunteers helped the community recover after the natural disaster.
B1 The company's benevolence towards its employees was evident in the generous benefits package.
B2 The politician's benevolence towards the less fortunate earned him widespread admiration.
C1 The billionaire's acts of benevolence included funding scholarships for underprivileged students.
C2 The queen's benevolence towards her subjects was legendary, as she always put their needs above her own.
formal The philanthropist's benevolence towards the less fortunate is well-known in the community.
informal She showed her benevolence by helping out her neighbors with groceries during the lockdown.
slang Dude, that guy's benevolence knows no bounds - he's always helping out strangers.
figurative The sun's benevolence shone down on the fields, bringing warmth and growth to the crops.
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