beneficent

/ˌbɛnɪˈsɛnt/ BEN-ih-sent

Definitions

1. adjective

giving or characterized by benefits; having a kindly disposition or doing kind acts

“The beneficent organization donated a large sum to help those affected by the disaster.”

2. noun

a person or thing that gives or is characterized by benefits

“The beneficent patron of the arts has made numerous donations to the museum.”

Synonyms

  • charitable
  • generous
  • kind

Antonyms

  • harmful
  • malevolent