Benevolently: meaning, definitions and examples

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benevolently

 

[ bəˈnɛvələntli ]

Context #1

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.
Context #2

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.