BENEVOLENCE Synonyms
There are 16 hypernyms of the word benevolence. (close relations)
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| altruism | nounn | |||||
noun • the quality of unselfish concern for the welfare of others | ||||||
| charity | nounn | |||||
noun • a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals) • a kindly and lenient attitude toward people • an activity or gift that benefits the public at large • pinnate-leaved European perennial having bright blue or white flowers • an institution set up to provide help to the needy | ||||||
| compassion | nounn | |||||
noun • a deep awareness of and sympathy for another's suffering • the humane quality of understanding the suffering of others and wanting to do something about it | ||||||
| generosity | nounn | |||||
noun • the trait of being willing to give your money or time • acting generously | ||||||
| goodness | nounn | |||||
noun • that which is pleasing or valuable or useful • moral excellence or admirableness | ||||||
| kindness | nounn | |||||
noun • the quality of being warmhearted and considerate and humane and sympathetic • tendency to be kind and forgiving • a kind act | ||||||
| philanthropy | nounn | |||||
noun • voluntary promotion of human welfare | ||||||
| benefaction | nounn | |||||
noun • a contribution of money or assistance • an act intending or showing kindness and good will | ||||||
