Select the adjective from Latin 'bene' (well) and 'facere' (to do) meaning resulting in good or actively doing good:
The foundation's ________ investments in rural clean energy provided electricity to over one hundred isolated villages.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. beneficent
Answer: beneficent. Why not the others: 'malevolent' means wishing evil to others; 'magnificent' means extremely beautiful or impressive; 'somnolent' means sleepy or drowsy.
- Step 1: Analyze the outcome: the foundation's actions generated positive welfare and did good for disadvantaged rural communities.
- Step 2: 'Beneficent' means resulting in good, or performing acts of kindness and charity.
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