Definition

1. Adverb:
   • In a manner characterized by goodwill and a desire to promote human welfare: The word "philanthropically" describes an action done with the intention of benefiting others, especially through charitable aid or donations aimed at improving human well-being.

Usage Examples

• Adverb:
  • The billionaire decided to spend his wealth philanthropically, funding hospitals and schools around the world.
  • She acts philanthropically by volunteering her time and expertise to local community projects.

Advanced Usage

• Used to modify verbs of giving or acting: It often describes the spirit or intent behind actions of donating, funding, or contributing.
  • The foundation operates philanthropically, focusing solely on grants for scientific research that benefits public health.

Variants and Related Words

• Philanthropic (adjective): Of, relating to, or characterized by philanthropy.
  • Their philanthropic efforts have transformed the city.
• Philanthropy (noun): The desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed especially by the generous donation of money to good causes.
  • His life was dedicated to philanthropy.
• Philanthropist (noun): A person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by the generous donation of money to good causes.
  • She is known as a great philanthropist.

Synonyms

• Charitably: In a manner involving the generous giving of help to those in need.
• Benevolently: In a well-meaning and kindly manner.
• Humanitarianly: In a way concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare.

Antonyms

• Selfishly: In a manner concerned chiefly with one's own personal profit or pleasure.
• Miserly: In a stingy manner, especially regarding money.

Related Phrases

• To give philanthropically: To donate money or resources with the primary goal of benefiting society.
  • He encourages other wealthy individuals to give philanthropically.
• To invest philanthropically: To allocate funds into projects or ventures primarily for their social or humanitarian return, rather than financial gain.
  • The company invests philanthropically in clean water initiatives.

Adverb

1. in a philanthropic manner