benevolent
adjective
characterized by or expressing goodwill or kindly feelings.
benevolently
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a word derived from
benevolent.
Example Sentences
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Historically, hoping that an absolute power will benevolently provide for humanity if sufficiently enlightened hasn’t led to safe or positive outcomes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
The new lions are looking a tad ferocious rather than benevolently regal.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2022
Tribune’s acquisition by Alden was opposed by journalists at Tribune newspapers, who urged the previous management to seek local, benevolently minded owners for Tribune’s newspapers.
From New York Times ● Sep. 20, 2021
The claims of inspiration suggest that France held power over its colony even in revolt, and that it alone was equipped to benevolently bestow freedom on the enslaved.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 4, 2021
Max stood at the front of the lecture hall, stroking his beard and smiling benevolently at them all.
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
