Meaning of beneficence in English

1. Pronunciation

   /bəˈnɛfəs(ə)ns/

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1. Noun

   beneficence

   Definitions

   1. doing good

   Examples

   • « feeling beneficent »

   Antonyms

   • maleficence
2. 2. the quality of being kind or helpful or generous

   Antonyms

   • maleficence
   • mischief
   • balefulness