1. An intention or objective aimed at doing good, helping others, or promoting welfare without expecting personal gain
The foundation was established with a benevolent purpose to help underprivileged children.
A fundação foi estabelecida com um propósito benevolente de ajudar crianças carentes.
2. A charitable or altruistic goal intended to benefit society or individuals
Her donation was made for a benevolent purpose of supporting medical research.
Sua doação foi feita com o propósito benevolente de apoiar pesquisa médica.