Synonyms for Benevolent (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity):
kindly, openhearted, sympathetic, good-hearted, large-hearted
WordNet sense 2 (having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior):
kind
WordNet sense 3 (generous in providing aid to others):
freehearted
WordNet sense 4 (willing to give and share unstintingly):
generous
WordNet sense 5 (generous in assistance to the poor):
beneficent, eleemosynary, philanthropic
WordNet sense 6 (full of love and generosity):
charitable
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