PHILANTHROPY Synonyms: 84 Similar and Opposite Words

philanthropy

noun

fə-ˈlan(t)-thrə-pē

Definition of philanthropy

as in contribution

a gift of money or its equivalent to a charity, humanitarian cause, or public institution among the industrialist's philanthropies was a college scholarship fund for deserving students from the inner city

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as in charity

the giving of necessities and especially money to the needy much dedicated to philanthropy, the industrialist maintains a surprisingly modest lifestyle

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as in generosity

the quality or state of being generous a society dowager renowned for her philanthropy

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Recent Examples of philanthropy That opens a door for city governments, philanthropies, employers and civic groups to supplement accounts for children in low-income communities. — Teresa Ghilarducci, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 Corporations and philanthropies like nonprofits and local governments may also make tax-deductible contributions of up to $2,500 a year into the account. — Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 2 July 2026 Kelce has also focused his philanthropy on youth development and community support through his foundation work, backing programs aimed at empowering underserved kids and strengthening local communities. — Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 These kinds of parks require complex financing from different sources, including philanthropy, federal dollars and local sources, Daniel Church, a Sasaki official who worked on the plan, said Tuesday. — Arkansas Online, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for philanthropy

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Beyond Hicks’ contributions, Heriberto Hernandez and Owen Caissie hit home runs, while Lopez and Edwards each tallied a hit, while Jakob Marsee ended the game with a walk-off single in the bottom of the 10th inning.

— Tyler M. Carmona, Miami Herald, 8 July 2026
Because money is fungible, by paying a candidate’s bills, a party is essentially handing him cash, undermining any limits on contributions.

— Barbara McQuade, Mercury News, 7 July 2026

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The judgment, which will be issued remotely without a hearing, comes as Harry is in London for charity events.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 July 2026
Last year, the charity Oxfam noted that G7 countries, which collectively account for around 75% of all official development assistance, were set to slash their aid spending by 28% in 2026 compared to 2024 levels.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 6 July 2026

Definition of charity

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Research published by the Natural Hazards Center found that donors may be motivated by generosity, a desire to feel directly connected to survivors or an opportunity to clear unwanted items from their homes.

— Monica Sanders, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
To be opening the show on Dolly’s 81st birthday is not only a celebration of a milestone, but of a life shaped by generosity, courage, and purpose that, in this moment, feels not only uplifting and inspiring, but essential.

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 7 July 2026

Definition of generosity

Noun

The study surveyed blood donations for the disease’s key antibody, which is in a class dubbed IgE and specifically attacks a double-sugar molecule called galactose-α-1,3-galactose, also known as alpha-gal.

— Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 7 July 2026
London — Nigel Farage, leader of the populist right-wing Reform UK party, has resigned from parliament and will stand for his seat again in a special election, amid mounting controversy over financial donations.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 7 July 2026

Definition of donation

Noun

Kadijat Salawudeen distributes essential supplies to young women in Nigeria, supporting community welfare and empowerment initiatives.

— Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Atlanta police said Campbell’s mother was found dead after officers responded to a welfare check call Tuesday afternoon.

— Rebecca Cohen, NBC news, 1 July 2026

Definition of welfare

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