Definition of "benevolence" in Anglais

noun

1. (uncountable) Disposition to do good.

   • gesture of benevolence
   • show benevolence
   • spirit of benevolence
   • She smiled with benevolence at the children.

2. (uncountable) Charitable kindness.

   • His acts of benevolence earned him great respect.

3. (countable) An altruistic gift or act.

4. (UK, historical) A kind of forced loan or contribution levied by kings without legal authority, first so called under Edward IV in 1473.