Synonyms of beneficence
5 similar words · 4 opposite words
Another word for beneficence is charity. Other synonyms of beneficence are kindness, benevolence, generosity and goodness. The opposite of beneficence is selfishness.
Synonyms and similar words for beneficence
nounThe practice of doing good, such as acts of philanthropy, kind deeds; or other acts which benefit...
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Opposite of beneficence
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- cruelty
- maleficenceHarmfulness or mischief.
- malevolence
- selfishnessThe quality of being selfish, the condition of putting one's own interests before those of others.
Meaning of beneficence
- noun The practice of doing good, such as acts of philanthropy, kind deeds; or other acts which benefit someone else.
- noun Good or charitable character or behavior.
- noun A duty or obligation to act in the best interests of another, especially a patient or beneficiary.
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Questions about synonyms of beneficence
- What is another word for beneficence?
- Beneficence has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as charity, kindness, benevolence, generosity and goodness.
- What is the opposite of beneficence?
- The opposite of beneficence is selfishness.
- What does beneficence mean?
- Beneficence means the practice of doing good, such as acts of philanthropy, kind deeds; or other acts which benefit someone else.
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