Benevolent sort (4)

I believe the answer is:

kind

I believe this is a double definition.

'benevolent' is the first definition.
(associated in meaning)

'sort' is the second definition.
(synonyms)

(Other definitions for kind that I've seen before include "Loving; class" , "Sort of compassionate" , "Generous - type" , "Taking a plunge" , "Sympathetic" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph, The Irish News and The Irish Independent.

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