benefaction

noun

ben·​e·​fac·​tion ˌbe-nə-ˈfak-shən How to pronounce benefaction (audio)
Synonyms of benefactionnext
1
: the act of benefiting
2
: a benefit conferred
especially : a charitable donation

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Examples of benefaction in a Sentence

the generous benefaction from an anonymous donor meant the animal shelter could stay open
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The evening ended with the iconic funk band The Bar-Kays bringing everyone to the dance floor for a boogie to celebrate a night of benefaction. — Shelby Stewart, Essence, 5 Mar. 2024 Clear thinking, unvarnished assessments, and reference to those timeless lessons: These are the benefactions that National Review Institute brings to the public square. — Peter J. Travers, National Review, 30 Dec. 2023

Word History

Etymology

Late Latin benefaction-, benefactio, from Latin bene facere to do good to, from bene + facere to do — more at do

First Known Use

1635, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of benefaction was in 1635

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“Benefaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/benefaction. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.

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benefaction

noun
bene·​fac·​tion
ˈben-ə-ˌfak-shən,
ˌben-ə-ˈfak-
1
: the action of benefiting
2
: a benefit given
especially : a donation to charity

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