benevolent

UK /bəˈnɛvələnt/ US /bəˈnɛvələnt/
adj 3

Definitions

adj

1

Having a disposition to do good.

Chinese and Eastern mythologies describe dragons as benevolent.

Benevolence? vvhich ſhall I be benevolent to; or vvhich firſt? I am puſſell'd in the choice.

2

Possessing or manifesting love for mankind.

3

Altruistic, charitable, good, just and fair.

This bill was not a gift from a benevolent legislature; it was a victory for the community which worked for its passage.

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