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Philanthropy

/fɪˈlænθɹəpiː/

Benevolent altruism with the intention of increasing the well-being of humankind.

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📖 Definitions of "Philanthropy"

noun

1
Benevolent altruism with the intention of increasing the well-being of humankind.
2
Charitable giving, charity.
"As public funding is reduced, we depend increasingly on private philanthropy."
3
A philanthropic act.
"His tombstone lists his various philanthropies."
4
A charitable foundation.
"the Rockefeller philanthropies"

🔄 Synonyms of "Philanthropy"

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Word	Definition
philanthropic giftnoun	voluntary promotion of human welfare

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Philanthropy"

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Word	Definition
philanthropic giftnoun	voluntary promotion of human welfare
philanthropic	Of or pertaining to philanthropy; characterized by philanthropy; loving or helping mankind
charitable	Kind, generous.
beneficencenoun	Good or charitable character or behavior.
patronagenoun	The act of providing approval and support; backing; championship.
sponsorshipnoun	(countable, uncountable) The aid or support provided by a sponsor; backing or patronage.
charitynoun	(uncountable) Benevolence to others less fortunate than ourselves; the providing of goods or money to those in need.
benevolent	Having a disposition to do good.
fundraisingnoun	The process of collecting money by requesting donations from individuals and businesses.
fraternitynoun	A group of people associated for a common purpose.
largessnoun	Alternative spelling of largesse. [(uncountable) The trait of being willing to donate money, resources, or time; generosity, liberality.]
charitiesnoun	(uncountable) Benevolence to others less fortunate than ourselves; the providing of goods or money to those in need.
benevolencenoun	(uncountable) Disposition to do good.
humanitarianismnoun	A humanitarian philosophy or practice.
altruismnoun	Regard for others, both natural and moral without regard for oneself; devotion to the interests of others; brotherly kindness.
generositynoun	(uncountable) The trait of being willing to donate money, resources, or time.
compassionnoun	Deep awareness of the suffering of others that people have to the point of them being motivated to relieve such states.
goodwillnoun	A favorably disposed attitude toward someone or something.
magnanimitynoun	The quality of being magnanimous; kindness of nature; generosity.
kindnessnoun	The state of being kind.