beneficent
/bəˈnɛf.ə.sənt/
Group 12Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Generous or doing good; resulting in good GRE
Example in Context
The beneficent policies of the reformed administration brought tangible improvements to public health and education.
Synonyms
kindgenerouscharitable
Etymology
One who does good deeds.
- bene (Latin) — good
- facere (Latin) — to do
Memory Aid
🎁Sounds like “benefit-sent”
When someone sends you a BENEFIT-SENT gift, you know they are being BENEFICENT!
Visual Association
❤️A superhero in a cape distributing gifts and helping everyone in the community with a big smile.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “beneficent” mean on the GRE?
beneficent (adjective) means “Generous or doing good; resulting in good”. The beneficent policies of the reformed administration brought tangible improvements to public health and education.
How to remember “beneficent” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “beneficent” sounds like “benefit-sent”. When someone sends you a BENEFIT-SENT gift, you know they are being BENEFICENT!
What are synonyms for “beneficent”?
Common synonyms: kind, generous, charitable.