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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 contains mal, which is a root meaning bad or evil.
- Benevolence contains ben, which is a root meaning good or well.
- Think of malevolent as a malevolent villain with evil intentions.
- Imagine benevolent as a benefactor who does good deeds.
- Both terms end with volence, linking them but contrasting their moral implications.
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