adjective
- having a favorable or beneficial influence
Usage: formal; often used in astrology
Examples
- The astrologer described Jupiter as a benefic planet in her chart.
- Ancient cultures viewed certain celestial alignments as benefic influences.
- The benefic aspects of the treatment outweighed any minor side effects.
- Traditional medicine considers this herb to have benefic properties.
- The benefic energy of the ritual was believed to bring good fortune.
- Scholars debated whether the comet’s appearance was benefic or ominous.