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    Bienfaisante (en. Beneficial)

    /bjɛ̃fɛ.zɑ̃t/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Qualifies something or someone that provides good.
    The benevolent actions of volunteers greatly helped the community.
    Les actions bienfaisantes des bénévoles ont beaucoup aidé la communauté.
    That promotes healing or recovery.
    This plant has benevolent properties.
    Cette plante a des propriétés bienfaisantes.
    Refers to a work or institution aimed at improving the human condition.
    The association organizes benevolent activities for underprivileged children.
    L'association organise des activités bienfaisantes pour les enfants défavorisés.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'benefacere' meaning 'to do good'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a benevolent action
    An action that brings good or help.
    une action bienfaisante
    a benevolent gesture
    A gesture aimed at helping others.
    un geste bienfaisant
    a benevolent health
    A health that is conducive to overall well-being.
    une santé bienfaisante

    Related Words

    benefit
    A positive effect or assistance provided to someone.
    bienfait
    benevolence
    The act of doing good, of providing help.
    bienfaisance
    beneficial
    Producing good, being advantageous.
    bénéfique

    Slang Meanings

    benevolent practice
    Volunteering has become a benevolent practice in our society.
    Faire du bénévolat est devenu une pratique bienfaisante dans notre société.
    good deal
    Participating in this fundraiser is a good deal to help the victims.
    Participer à cette collecte de fonds est un bon plan pour aider les victimes.