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hyväntahtoisuus — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • benevolence noun A kind and generous disposition; the wish to do good for others.
  • goodwill noun A friendly, favorable attitude toward someone or something.

Senses

hyväntahtoisuus is used for these senses in English:

  • benevolence (uncountable) Disposition to do good.
  • goodwill A favorably disposed attitude toward someone or something.

goodwill — full definition

  1. noun A friendly, favorable attitude toward someone or something.
  2. noun In accounting, the intangible value of a business beyond its physical assets, such as brand reputation or customer loyalty.
  3. noun A thrift or charity shop (especially capitalized, referring to the US chain).

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