BENEFIC Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

benefic

adjective

bə-ˈne-fik

Definition of benefic

as in beneficial

promoting or contributing to personal or social well-being the belief that participation in sports has a benefic influence on a young person

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Recent Examples of benefic This would be equivalent to a cosmic blessing on your public image, compliments of the benefic planets. — Valerie Mesa, People.com, 12 Aug. 2025

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That said, the Cougars did wind up losing in double overtime anyway, thanks in part to some less-than-beneficial officiating.

— Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026
Research suggests that this fruit may be a particularly beneficial post-workout option—replenishing blood sugar and regulating energy expenditure.

— Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of beneficial

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That size gap gives Sengun favorable matchups on the block in a national TV game at home.

— OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 Nov. 2026
The company is seeing favorable trends in its improved development and reported a 1,700-acre unimproved development at roughly $11,000 per acre.

— Sebastien Chasse, CNBC, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of favorable

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The 3-in-1 Kitchen Shears are the ultimate combination of a knife and mini cutting board in one sleek kitchen tool -- perfect for slicing vegetables, fruits, meats, and more, and especially helpful for seniors and quick meals.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Nov. 2026
People like Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Samira Wiley and Abbi Jacobson, along with so many of the amazing cast members, were honestly really helpful in getting the movie made.

— Clayton Davis, Variety, 13 Nov. 2026

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