Benevolently: meaning, definitions and examples
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benevolently
[ bəˈnɛvələntli ]
in a kind and generous manner
Characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings: a benevolent attitude; her benevolent smile.
Synonyms
generously, graciously, kindly
Examples of usage
- She spoke to him benevolently.
- The teacher looked at the students benevolently.
with a desire to do good
Disposed to do good: a benevolent donor.
Synonyms
altruistically, charitably, philanthropically
Examples of usage
- He acted benevolently towards his employees.
- They contributed benevolently to the charity.
Translations
Translations of the word "benevolently" in other languages:
🇵🇹 benevolentemente
🇮🇳 सद्भावना से
🇩🇪 wohlwollend
🇮🇩 dengan baik hati
🇺🇦 доброзичливо
🇵🇱 życzliwie
🇯🇵 慈善的に
🇫🇷 bienveillant
🇪🇸 benevolentemente
🇹🇷 iyi niyetle
🇰🇷 친절하게
🇸🇦 بمحبة
🇨🇿 dobromyslně
🇸🇰 láskavo
🇨🇳 仁慈地
🇸🇮 dobrohotno
🇮🇸 velvilja
🇰🇿 ізгі ниетпен
🇬🇪 კეთილგანწყობით
🇦🇿 xoşniyyətlə
🇲🇽 benevolentemente
Word origin
The word 'benevolently' originates from the Latin word 'benevolentia', which means goodwill or kindness. It entered the English language in the late 18th century. The concept of benevolence has been valued throughout history in various cultures as a virtue that promotes kindness and generosity towards others.
See also: benevolence.