Beneficence
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bəˈnɛf.ɪ.səns/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Beneficence is a noun meaning The practice of doing good, such as acts of philanthropy, kind deeds; or other acts which benefit someone else.
Meaning
The practice of doing good, such as acts of philanthropy, kind deeds; or other acts which benefit someone else.
More Meanings
- Good or charitable character or behavior.
- (law, medicine, ethics) A duty or obligation to act in the best interests of another, especially a patient or beneficiary.
Example Sentences
Trump also promises to attack the sources abroad that he blames for the country’s malaise: economic interdependence, transnational criminals, traditional allies he sees as free riders on America’s long-running global beneficence.
Word Forms
- beneficences
Synonyms for beneficence
Depending on context, synonyms include goodness, kindness, benevolence, charity, generosity.
Antonyms for beneficence
Common opposites include cruelty, maleficence, malevolence, selfishness, mischief, balefulness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include charitable, benevolence, philanthropy, benevolent, obligation, charity.
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