benevolent
benevolent
(bɪnevələnt )1. adjective
The company has proved to be a most benevolent employer.
They believe that the country needs a benevolent dictator.
benevolently adverb [ADVERB with verb]
Thorne nodded his understanding, smiling benevolently.
benevolence uncountable noun
A bit of benevolence from people in power is not what we need.
2. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]
Benevolent is used in the names of some organizations that give money and help to people who need it.
[British]...the Army Benevolent Fund.
Synonyms: charitable More Synonyms of benevolent
