benevolence
IPA: / benevolˈɑ̃s /
Pluriel: benevolences
ETYM Old Fren. benevolence, Latin benevolentia. Related to Benevolent.
1. An act intending or showing kindness and good will; SYN. benefaction.
2. An inclination to do kind or charitable acts.
3. Disposition to do good.
4. Charitableness; former loan demanded by certain English kings.
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