Benevolent (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity; "was charitable in his opinions of others"; "kindly criticism"; "a kindly act"; "sympathetic words"; "a large-hearted mentor".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Large-hearted
• Good-hearted
• Openhearted
• Charitable
• Kindly
• Sympathetic

Meaning ²

Generous in providing aid to others.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Freehearted

Meaning ³

Generous in assistance to the poor; "a benevolent contributor"; "eleemosynary relief"; "philanthropic contributions".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Synonyms

• Philanthropic
• Beneficent
• Eleemosynary

Meaning ⁴

Intending or showing kindness; "a benevolent society".

Classification

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

Related Words

• Benevolence (noun)