Antonyms for beneficent

Grammar : Adj

Spell : buh-nef-uh-suh nt

Phonetic Transcription : bəˈnɛf ə sənt

Definition of beneficent

Origin : 1610s, "doing good, charitable," probably from beneficent on model of magnificent, etc.

adj beneficial

Example sentences :

It is the law of the land—the just, holy, beneficent law, which is no respecter of persons.
Extract from : « The Underdog » by F. Hopkinson Smith

Let the latter do it for him, and, if need be, return to the "beneficent whip."
Extract from : « The Works of Whittier, Volume VII (of VII) » by John Greenleaf Whittier

The beneficent source had begun to flow once more, as if it were inexhaustible.
Extract from : « Fruitfulness » by Emile Zola

It was a beneficent monarch, but it brooked no denial of its overlordship.
Extract from : « The Fabric of Civilization » by Anonymous

Why, then, does any dishonour attach to a beneficent occupation?
Extract from : « Laws » by Plato

To such, the prison should act as a kind, beneficent guardian.
Extract from : « The Prison Chaplaincy, And Its Experiences » by Hosea Quinby

It was Mr. Worthington who carried out most of these beneficent works.
Extract from : « Ireland as It Is » by Robert John Buckley (AKA R.J.B.)

To all outward seeming she led a most blameless and beneficent life.
Extract from : « Victor's Triumph » by Mrs. E. D. E. N. Southworth

Then slumber brought its beneficent opiate to distracted nerves.
Extract from : « The Twins of Suffering Creek » by Ridgwell Cullum

The truth of the matter was they were already tired of their beneficent project.
Extract from : « Marjorie Dean, College Sophomore » by Pauline Lester

Synonyms for beneficent

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