Synonyms for

Philanthropic

Verb / ˌfɪlʌˈnθrɑ:pɪk / Another word for philanthropic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

showing a desire to help others, especially by giving money to good causes; relating to or supporting philanthropy

Synonyms & similar words

beneficent benevolent eleemosynary charitable benevolent generous altruistic compassionate helpful humanitarian kind magnanimous selfless big-hearted beneficent giving munificent open-handed public-spirited unselfish voluntary liberal unsparing

Synonyms by register

Formal

benevolent altruistic charitable humanitarian

Informal

giving helpful generous kind

Literary

munificent beneficent

Antonyms

selfish miserly ungenerous greedy stingy avaricious

Common collocations

  • philanthropic organization
  • philanthropic endeavors
  • philanthropic work
  • philanthropic gesture
  • philanthropic foundation
  • philanthropic efforts
  • philanthropic spirit

Word family

noun philanthropy
adverb philanthropically

Usage note

Philanthropic describes a desire to promote the welfare of others, often through generous donations of money or time. It carries a connotation of large-scale, organized giving.

Example sentences

  1. The wealthy businessman made a philanthropic donation to the local hospital.
  2. Her philanthropic efforts have helped many people in need.
  3. The company's philanthropic initiatives focus on education and healthcare.
  4. He was praised for his philanthropic work in the community.
  5. The organization's philanthropic mission is to alleviate poverty.

Quotes

  • Philanthropy is not about money. It's about using whatever resources you have at your fingertips and applying them to improve the world!
  • The only true happiness comes from squandering ourselves for a purpose.
  • Philanthropy is commendable, but it must not cause the philanthropist to overlook the circumstances of economic injustice which make philanthropy necessary.

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