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beneficence.

The practice of doing good, such as acts of philanthropy, kind deeds; or other acts which benefit someone else.

11 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/bəˈnɛf.ɪ.səns/UK/bəˈnɛ.fə.sən(t)s/US
  1. The practice of doing good, such as acts of philanthropy, kind deeds; or other acts which benefit someone else.

    countable · uncountable
  2. Good or charitable character or behavior.

    countable · uncountable
  3. A duty or obligation to act in the best interests of another, especially a patient or beneficiary.

    countable · uncountable
Where this word comes from

From Middle English beneficence, from Latin beneficentia.

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