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Ngo

Verb / eˈŋgəʊ / Another word for ngo — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Ngo is an abbreviation for 'non-governmental organization', which is a group that works to help people in need.

Synonyms & similar words

nongovernmentalorganization ngo charity foundation NGO non-profit

Synonyms by register

Formal

non-profit organization charitable organization voluntary organization civil society organization

Informal

charity cause aid group relief agency

Antonyms

governmental state-run public official for-profit commercial private enterprise

Common collocations

  • registered NGO
  • international NGO
  • local NGO
  • humanitarian NGO
  • NGO funding
  • NGO sector
  • NGO worker
  • NGO activities

Word family

noun non-governmental organization

Usage note

NGO is an acronym for Non-Governmental Organization. It is widely understood in formal and informal contexts, often referring to charities or advocacy groups.

Example sentences

  1. The ngo helped build a school in a remote village.
  2. The ngo provided medical supplies to a hospital in need.
  3. The ngo organized a fundraiser to help refugees.
  4. The ngo's goal is to help people in need around the world.
  5. The ngo provided clean water to a community in need.

Quotes

  • NGOs can go where others can't and do what others won't.
  • NGOs are the conscience of the world.
  • NGOs are key to making progress towards a sustainable world.

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