benevolent /bəˈnɛvələnt/adjective 3forms 2phrases 1 adjective3 •Having a disposition to do good.Chinese and Eastern mythologies describe dragons as benevolent. •Possessing or manifesting love for mankind. •Altruistic, charitable, good, just and fair.This bill was not a gift from a benevolent legislature; it was a victory for the community which worked for its passage. — 1989 formsmore benevolent · most benevolent Phrases with benevolent benevolent overlordA person in a position of power who does not act tyrannically.