beneficency

/bɛnɪfɪsənsi/ (ben-i-fis-EN-see)

Definitions

1. noun

The quality of being charitable, kind, or generous; an act of kindness or charity.

“The charity’s beneficency towards the homeless community has been a beacon of hope for many years.”

Synonyms

  • charity
  • generosity
  • kindness

Antonyms

  • malevolence
  • malice