benevolenza — meaning in English

English meaning

• grace noun Smooth, elegant movement or manner.
• humanity noun People as a whole; the human race.
• mercy noun Kindness or forgiveness shown toward someone who could reasonably be punished or treated harshly instead.

Senses

benevolenza is used for these senses in English:

• grace (uncountable, theology) Free and undeserved favour, especially of God; unmerited divine assistance given to humans for their regeneration or sanctification, or for resisting sin.
• humanity (uncountable) The quality of being benevolent; humane traits of character; humane qualities or aspects.
• mercy (uncountable) Forgiveness or compassion, especially toward those less fortunate.

grace — full definition

1. noun Smooth, elegant movement or manner.
2. noun A short prayer of thanks said before or after a meal.
3. noun A short extra period of time allowed before a deadline or obligation takes effect.
4. noun Unearned kindness or favor, especially divine mercy in religious contexts.
5. verb To add elegance or honor to something by one's presence or by decorating it.

humanity — full definition

1. noun People as a whole; the human race.
2. noun Kindness, compassion, and other qualities considered typically human.

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