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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

beneficence

/bɛnɪˈfɪsəns/ noun · British & US
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What does beneficence mean?

noun

The state or quality of being kind, generous, and charitable; a benevolent act or deed.

Example

"The hospital's beneficence to the community was evident in its free medical clinics."

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