philanthropic
/,filən'θrɔpik/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to or characterized by philanthropy: Describing something that involves the desire to promote the welfare of others, typically through the donation of money, resources, or time to good causes.
- Generous and benevolent in assisting others, especially the poor or needy: Characterized by goodwill and active effort to help improve human welfare.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- The foundation's work is entirely philanthropic. (The foundation's activities are all aimed at promoting human welfare.)
- She is known for her philanthropic efforts in the community. (She is recognized for her generous work to help the community.)
- The company made a large philanthropic donation to the hospital. (The company gave a large sum of money to support the hospital's work.)
Advanced Usage
- "philanthropic endeavor/venture": A project or activity undertaken with the primary goal of benefiting society.
- His latest philanthropic endeavor is funding schools in rural areas.
- "philanthropic motives": Reasons for an action that are based on a desire to help others.
- The donation was made from purely philanthropic motives, not for publicity.
Variants and Related Words
- Philanthropy (n): The practice of giving money and time to help make life better for other people.
- He dedicated his wealth to philanthropy.
- Philanthropist (n): A person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by the generous donation of money to good causes.
- The philanthropist funded a new library for the city.
Synonyms
- Benevolent: Well-meaning and kindly.
- Charitable: Relating to the assistance of those in need.
- Humanitarian: Concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare.
- Altruistic: Showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others.
Related Phrases
- "philanthropic giving": The act of donating money or resources to charitable causes.
- Philanthropic giving has increased in recent years.
- "philanthropic foundation": An organization that is created from a donation of money or assets, with the purpose of distributing funds for charitable causes.
- The research was supported by a major philanthropic foundation.
Adjective
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of or relating to or characterized by philanthropy
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a philanthropic society
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generous in assistance to the poor
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a benevolent contributor
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eleemosynary relief
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philanthropic contributions
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