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benevolence
Synonyms and Antonyms of benevolence
- Self-effacing as well as selfless, he refused all public acknowledgement of his many benevolences to the community.
- Her benevolence towards her employees was such that she actually let one live in her home temporarily.
- a humanitarian who was admired for her benevolence
attentiveness, considerateness, thoughtfulness
affability, friendliness, good-naturedness, good-temperedness, warmth
graciousness, niceness, pleasantness
clemency, leniency, mercifulness
patience, tolerance, understanding
altruism, charitableness, charity
generosity, greatheartedness, magnanimity, philanthropy, unselfishness
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