philanthropic (ˌfɪlənˈθrɒpɪk
) or philanthropical
Definitions
adjective
- showing concern for humanity, esp by performing charitable actions, donating money, etc
Alternative Forms
ˌphilanˈthropically adverbSynonyms
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humanitarian,
generous,
charitable,
benevolent,
kind,
humane,
gracious,
altruistic,
public-spirited,
beneficent,
kind-hearted,
munificent,
almsgiving
benignant,
eleemosynary,
Usage examples
The Norton House for Working Men was founded in the lean years of the 1930s by a philanthropic City alderman of that name.
, The Five Million Dollar Prince (1986)Shelgikar's agenda over the next two years is philanthropic research.
Business Today (1998)He mentioned that she was particularly eligible on the strength of her philanthropic record.
SA Star (2005)In contrast to the other sponsors of the Commonwealth Games, Guardian Media Group (GMG) is returning to its philanthropic roots.
Times, Sunday Times (2002)One of the engines of change among philanthropic Quakers was marriage between like-minded families.
, DEVASTATING EDEN: The Search for Utopia in America (2004)