benefactive

What is another word for benefactive? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.

Adj — (grammar) Describes a word form or role that shows who an action is carried out for, as in phrases like 'on behalf of'.

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Etymology

Formed from Latin benefactus (“benefited”) plus -ive; it has been attested since the twentieth century.