volunteerism

[ vol-uhn-teer-iz-uhm ]

noun

1. voluntarism ( def 2 ).
2. the policy or practice of volunteering one's time or talents for charitable, educational, or other worthwhile activities, especially in one's community.

volunteerism

/ ˌvɒlənˈtɪərɪzəm /

noun

1. the principle of donating time and energy for the benefit of other people in the community as a social responsibility rather than for any financial reward

Word History and Origins

Origin of volunteerism¹

First recorded in 1835–45; volunteer + -ism

Example Sentences

But the college never wanted us to view the community service they encouraged as mere charity or volunteerism.

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The gifting, donations, volunteerism and work hours were all weighed evenly.

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Keep in mind this is the same man who took a brave stance against volunteerism.

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Then she spoke at a widely covered city-government event promoting volunteerism, with the mayor at her side.

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At a presidential forum, he was asked if he saw American exceptionalism through good deeds and volunteerism.

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