philanthrope

[ fil-uhn-throhp ]

noun

1. an uncommon variant of philanthropist.

Word History and Origins

Origin of philanthrope¹

First recorded in 1730–40; from Greek philánthrōpos “loving humankind, benevolent”; philanthropy ( def )

Example Sentences

With all this, he had a goodness of nature and disposition in so great a degree that he may be deservedly styled a philanthrope.

From Project Gutenberg

He further summed up the catalogue of Robespierre's crimes, by exclaiming, "D'ailleurs c'toit un grand philanthrope!"

From Project Gutenberg

Philanthrope is a peach: his manner all velvet and bloom, his words sweet juice, his heart of hearts a stone.

From Project Gutenberg