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How do you spell Benevolent?

Correct spelling

benevolent

Remember BENE-VOLENT: well-wishing needs 'o' like 'volunteer' - both involve willing action

Why is benevolent spelled this way?

From Latin benevolens, well-wishing. BENE (well) + VELLE (to wish). Benevolence is wishing well — goodwill that acts on its intentions.

Common misspellings of benevolent

benevolantbenevloentbenevelentbenovalent

Example

The benevolent donor established a scholarship fund for underprivileged students.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell benevolent?+
The correct spelling is "benevolent". Remember BENE-VOLENT: well-wishing needs 'o' like 'volunteer' - both involve willing action
Is it benevolant or benevolent?+
The correct spelling is "benevolent", not "benevolant".

Other commonly misspelled words

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