Benevolent
Benevolent adjective - Having or marked by sympathy and consideration for others.
Envious is an antonym for benevolent.
Nearby Word: benevolence
Envious
Envious adjective - Having or showing mean resentment of another's possessions or advantages.
Usage example: a family that is envious of their neighbors' big house
Benevolent is an antonym for envious.
Both words in one sentence
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Benevolent Boss: Titus Lentulus Batiatus is well loved by his slaves, something his son Quintus seems envious of.
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