Word Meaning

benevolence definition and meaning

n. The disposition to do good; good will; charitableness; love of mankind, accompanied with a desire to promote their happiness.
n. An act of kindness; good done; charity given.
n. A species of compulsory contribution or tax, which has sometimes been illegally exacted by arbitrary kings of England, and falsely represented as a gratuity.

Crossword clues for benevolence

- Disposition to do good, help others
- Good will
- Goodwill
- Humanity
- Kindness
- Sympathy