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Malevolence vs. Benevolence
Malevolence
/məˈlɛv(ə)l(ə)ns/Examples:
He hid his malevolence behind charming smiles.The villain's malevolence was unmatched in the story.Her words dripped with subtle malevolence and disdain.
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Benevolence
/bɪˈnɛvələns /Examples:
Her benevolence was evident when she donated anonymously.The project was funded through his profound benevolence.Benevolence towards all creatures is her life's guiding principle.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Malevolence has a negative connotation, while benevolence is positive.
- Remember mal in malevolence is like malicious, suggesting ill intent.
- The bene in benevolence is like benefit, which implies something good.
- Malevolence involves wishing harm, while benevolence involves wishing well-being.
- Think of a villain with malevolence and a hero with benevolence.
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