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    Bienveillant (en. Caring)

    [bjɛ̃.ve.jɑ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Who has favorable intentions, who shows a disposition to want good.
    He has always been benevolent towards his students.
    Il a toujours été bienveillant envers ses élèves.
    Who is friendly, who shows kindness.
    His benevolent attitude reassured everyone.
    Son attitude bienveillante a rassuré tout le monde.
    To be indulgent and understanding.
    She has a benevolent gaze on the mistakes of others.
    Elle a un regard bienveillant sur les erreurs des autres.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'bene' (well) and 'vire' (to want).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have a benevolent gaze
    To look with kindness and understanding.
    avoir un regard bienveillant
    to act with benevolence
    To act in a way that wishes well for others.
    agir avec bienveillance
    to be benevolent towards someone
    To have positive intentions towards that person.
    être bienveillant envers quelqu'un

    Related Words

    benevolence
    Disposition to wish well for others.
    bienveillance
    beneficent
    Who does good, who is beneficial.
    bienfaisant
    volunteer
    A person who offers their time and service without expecting payment.
    bénévole

    Slang Meanings

    To be cool with others.
    He is so benevolent, he never judges anyone.
    Il est tellement bienveillant, il ne juge jamais personne.
    To have a positive vibe.
    The evening was benevolent, everyone got along really well.
    La soirée était bienveillante, tout le monde s'entendait super bien.