Benevolent and Grim

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Benevolent adjective - Having or marked by sympathy and consideration for others.

Usage example: a benevolent willingness to provide veterinary services to low-income families at greatly reduced prices

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Grim is an antonym for benevolent.

Nearby Word: benevolence

Grim adjective - Harsh and threatening in manner or appearance.

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Benevolent is an antonym for grim.

Nearby Words: grimy, grimly, grimed

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