Benevolent
/bəˈnɛvələnt/
Benevolent describes someone who is kind, generous, and motivated by a genuine desire to help others.
Examples
- She gave a benevolent smile to the nervous child.
- They were touched by the benevolence of their neighbors.
- The foundation was established by a benevolent entrepreneur.
- He has always acted in a benevolently supportive manner.
- The benevolent old man donated most of his fortune to charity.
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