benevolent (adjective) – showing or doing good (Bene means good in Latin, and volens means want, also in Latin, so together: want good). benevolently (adverb) – showing or doing good benevolence (noun) – good will Here are some examples of how you can use benevolent: Helping others is a benevolent act. Would you rather work for… Continue reading Word to the Wise: benevolent