1
as in philanthropic
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others
a charitable couple who have donated a sizable chunk of their fortune to the local university
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in generous
giving or sharing in abundance and without hesitation
a charitable woman who helped everyone who needed it
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others
her best friend, who was inclined towards a more charitable interpretation of her actions, let it pass
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of charitable
Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust's portfolio.
—
Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 15 May 2026
But now, the jury could find that the restructuring was a breach of charitable obligations.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 15 May 2026
Much of the testimony has centered on OpenAI’s early years after its 2015 founding, but there’s a relatively short timeline to allege the claims Musk is making of breach of charitable trust and unjust enrichment.
—ABC News, 14 May 2026
Established in 2006 by the late designer Lee Alexander McQueen, the charitable foundation supports emerging artists and designers.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for charitable
Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 15 May 2026
But now, the jury could find that the restructuring was a breach of charitable obligations.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 15 May 2026
Much of the testimony has centered on OpenAI’s early years after its 2015 founding, but there’s a relatively short timeline to allege the claims Musk is making of breach of charitable trust and unjust enrichment.
—ABC News, 14 May 2026
Established in 2006 by the late designer Lee Alexander McQueen, the charitable foundation supports emerging artists and designers.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for charitable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for charitable
Adjective
-
About the Rancho Santa Fe FoundationThe Rancho Santa Fe Foundation partners with individuals, families, and organizations to turn philanthropic vision into meaningful impact.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
-
In six short years, Rare Beauty, Selena Gomez‘s beauty brand, has raised $30 million toward the star’s philanthropic goal of giving $100 million to mental health causes.—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
Adjective
-
Clarify the goal, assign the next step, and keep the tone generous.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
-
For families Aside from generous room and suite sizes, there are the simple things like kids menus at the restaurants and a cute farm animal stuffie for children to select at check-in.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
Adjective
-
The chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, two islands for easy prep, and Gaggenau cooktops with both gas and induction options, along with a teppanyaki griddle.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
18 May 2026
-
Every airline has its own app, making digital boarding passes easy to pull up on a phone and scan at the gate.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
18 May 2026
Adjective
-
Santos plays Ruby Dela Cruz, the head of a grassroots organization serving Aeta communities, while Martin plays Angelique Dumont, a European humanitarian executive overseeing aid operations across Southeast Asia.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 May 2026
-
His visit came just as the Cuban government admitted that its oil reserves have run dry and coincides with efforts by federal prosecutors to secure an indictment against Raúl Castro for drug trafficking and the 1996 downing of humanitarian planes.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
16 May 2026
Adjective
-
The overflow doctor had benevolent eyes and doughy cheeks, like fresh loaves of bread.—
Nami Mun,
The Atlantic,
16 May 2026
-
That’s particularly noteworthy with sloths, with faces configured in a permanently benevolent expression.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2026
Adjective
-
For her latest appearance on the red carpet, Riley Keough was drawn to something softer.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
-
For instance, as my soft secondaries and the receivers who’ll benefit most from them in fantasy football article detailed, this system grades a defensive back who allows a low yards per attempt (YPA) total but a high PPR fantasy points per game (FPPG) total as a favorable matchup.—
KC Joyner,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
Adjective
-
While historic curbside appeal remains intact, inside The Biltmore opens to an even more glamorous world, with shimmering chandeliers and a bright-white marble lobby setting the tone for an indulgent stay.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
-
But there were instances in which the frontman’s flourishes may have come off as a bit too indulgent.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
19 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Charitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charitable. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
