1. in a kind and generous way that helps others
Usage: formal

Examples

• The wealthy philanthropist acted beneficently toward the local community.
• She smiled beneficently at the children in the orphanage.
• The foundation has worked beneficently to improve education in rural areas.
• The king ruled beneficently, always considering his subjects’ welfare.
• The doctor treated all patients beneficently, regardless of their ability to pay.
• The organization operates beneficently to provide clean water to developing nations.