Benevolent

Definitions: (1) characterized by or expressing kindly feelings; (2) desiring to help others; charitable Derivation: Latin, “well wishing” Synonyms: beneficent, benign, bounteous, congratulatory, generous, goodwilled, kindhearted, munificent, philanthropic Quotes:• For peace is not mere absence of war, but is a virtue that springs from a state of mind, a disposition for benevolence, confidence, and justice. … Read more

Beneficial

Definitions: (1) contributing to a valuable end; (2) conferring positive or advantageous or useful results; (3) receiving or entitled to receive blessings Synonyms: benevolent, good, salubrious, salutary, wholesome Quote:• Whatever you learn will never to go waste. It will be beneficial in the future. — Kriti Sanon (1990-) Indian actress• Adversity leads us to think … Read more

Beneficent

Definitions: (1) characterizes one who produces good <especially performing acts of kindness and charity>; (2) describes thoughts, words, or deeds resulting in actual advantage <especially for others> Derivation: Latin, “to do good or well” Quotes:• The indescribable innocence of, and beneficence of, Nature – of sun and wind and rain, of summer and winter – … Read more

Beloved

Definition: one greatly valued; genuinely respected; a dear friend close to your heart Quotes:• Being listened to and heard is one of the greatest desires of the human heart. And those who learn to listen are the most loved and respected. — Richard Carlson PhD. (1961–2006) American psychotherapist & motivational speaker• We are one people; … Read more

Believable

Definitions: (1) being trusted by another; (2) certainty in the existence, reliability, truth, or value of something; (3) axiopisty <worthy of being believed> Idiom: The proof of the pudding is in the eating. Quote: There was a time when ‘I believe’ as a declaration of faith meant, and was heard as meaning: ‘Given the reality … Read more

Behaved

Definitions: (1) conducting oneself well or properly; doing the right things; (2) follower of the rules; obedient Saying: She acquitted herself self with grace. Quotes:• Pick a behavior that works. — Gerard “Jerry” Vincent Hubert Downs (1949-) American photographer & writer• Basically, Aristotle believed that every time you behaved unkind and immorally – performing actions … Read more

Becoming

Definitions: (1) receiving or acquiring new properties or qualities; growing; (2) giving a pleasing effect; possessing an attractive appearance; graceful; (3) displaying appropriate manners or character; exhibiting proper behavior Synonyms: civil, decent, fitting, suitable Quotes:• Don’t let what you’re being get in the way of what you might become. — Harry Palmer (1930-) Canadian photographer• … Read more

Beauty

Definitions: (1) the quality or combination of qualities in a person or thing that gives pleasure to the senses, exalts the mind, and/or elevates the spirit by their harmony, pattern, excellence, or truth; loveliness; (2) any particularly attractive, graceful, ornamental, or excellent characteristic; (3) a special grace or charm; delightful; (4) generally pleasing; very fine … Read more

Balanced

Definitions: (1) mental and emotional steadiness; in proportion; (2) possessing mental or physical poise; (3) in a state or position of equilibrium equipoise; (4) in harmony or equal relationship; (5) the ability to weigh opposing issues; deliberating or pondering ideas and coming to an overview position     See also: Symmetrical Synonyms: adjusted, counterpoised, equalized, on the … Read more

Balance

Definitions: (1) mental and emotional steadiness; in proportion; (2) possessing mental or physical poise; (3) in a state or position of equilibrium; equipoise; (4) in harmony or equal relationship; (5) the ability to weigh opposing issues; deliberating or pondering ideas and coming to an overview position     See also: Symmetrical Synonyms: adjusted, counterpoised, equalized, on the … Read more