How many syllables in beneficence?

There are 4 syllables in the word beneficence.

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Definition of beneficence:

beneficence (noun):: the quality of being kind or helpful or generous.; money, equipment, or services provided for people in need; the quality or state of doing or producing good the quality or state of being beneficent

Synonyms for beneficence:

unselfishness helpfulness virtue generosity kindness grace philanthropy beneficent offering assistance

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Antonyms for beneficence:

harshness mischievousness disdain hurt atrocity tyranny baseness evilness wickedness greediness

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