Definition

A person or group that receives something good or beneficial, such as money or property, often from a will or insurance policy.

Example

After her uncle passed away, she became the beneficiary of his estate.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new trust fund they set up for the kids?

Yeah, I heard each child will have a beneficiary named in the will.

That's kind of cool, it ensures they are taken care of.

Exactly! It's nice to see something positive come from it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Beneficiary → It is formed from "bene" (meaning well or good) and "faci" (from "facere", meaning to do or make) and the suffix "-ary" (meaning relating to). The word refers to someone who is related to or benefits from something good or well done, typically in a legal or financial context.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is connected to something 'good' ('bene') that has been 'done' ('faci') for them, which helps you remember that a beneficiary is someone who receives benefits.

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