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Carnegie

Verb / ˈkɑ:rnʌgi: / / ˌkɑ:ˈrneɪgi: / Another word for carnegie — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Carnegie is a surname that refers to Andrew Carnegie, who was a famous American industrialist and philanthropist.

Synonyms & similar words

Common collocations

  • Carnegie Hall
  • Carnegie Mellon
  • Carnegie Library
  • Carnegie Foundation
  • Carnegie Endowment
  • Carnegie Corporation
  • Carnegie Institute

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Usage note

Carnegie is a proper noun, most commonly referring to Andrew Carnegie, his family, or institutions founded by him. It is not typically used as a common noun with synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. Andrew Carnegie was a wealthy businessman who made his fortune in steel.
  2. Carnegie believed in giving back to society and donated a lot of his money to charity.
  3. The Carnegie Foundation was established by Andrew Carnegie to promote the advancement of knowledge and education.
  4. Carnegie Hall is a famous concert venue in New York City.
  5. Many libraries across the United States were built with funding from the Carnegie Foundation.

Quotes

  • A library outranks any other one thing a community can do to benefit its people. It is a never failing spring in the desert. - Andrew Carnegie
  • Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision. The ability to direct individual accomplishments toward organizational objectives. It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results. - Andrew Carnegie
  • No man can become rich without himself enriching others. - Andrew Carnegie

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