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benevolently

be·nev·o·lent
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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [buh-nev-uh-luh nt]
    • /bəˈnɛv ə lənt/
    • /bɪˈnev.əl.ənt/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [buh-nev-uh-luh nt]
    • /bəˈnɛv ə lənt/

Definitions of benevolently word

  • adjective benevolently characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings: a benevolent attitude; her benevolent smile. 1
  • adjective benevolently desiring to help others; charitable: gifts from several benevolent alumni. 1
  • adjective benevolently intended for benefits rather than profit: a benevolent institution. 1
  • adverb benevolently In a benevolent manner. 0

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Origin of benevolently

First appearance:

before 1425
One of the 25% oldest English words
1425-75; late Middle English < Latin benevolent- (stem of benevolēns) kindhearted (bene- bene- + vol- wish (akin to will1) + -ent- -ent)

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Parts of speech for Benevolently

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

benevolently popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 89% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 59% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

benevolently usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for benevolently

adv benevolently

  • appropriately — suitable or fitting for a particular purpose, person, occasion, etc.: an appropriate example; an appropriate dress.
  • cheerfully — full of cheer; in good spirits: a cheerful person.
  • favorably — characterized by approval or support; positive: a favorable report.
  • happily — in a happy manner; with pleasure.
  • kindly — having, showing, or proceeding from a benevolent disposition or spirit; kindhearted: kindly people.

Antonyms for benevolently

adv benevolently

  • unwillingly — not willing; reluctant; loath; averse: an unwilling partner in the crime.
  • dissenting — to differ in sentiment or opinion, especially from the majority; withhold assent; disagree (often followed by from): Two of the justices dissented from the majority decision.
  • unpleasant — not pleasant; displeasing; disagreeable; offensive: an unpleasant taste; an unpleasant situation; an unpleasant manner.
  • unfairly — not fair; not conforming to approved standards, as of justice, honesty, or ethics: an unfair law; an unfair wage policy.
  • unjustly — not just; lacking in justice or fairness: unjust criticism; an unjust ruler.

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