philanthropic

Sometimes phil·an·throp·i·cal

[fil-uhn-throp-ik]

adjective

1. of, pertaining to, engaged in, or characterized by philanthropy; benevolent.

   a philanthropic foundation.

philanthropic

/ ˌfɪlənˈθrɒpɪk /

adjective

1. showing concern for humanity, esp by performing charitable actions, donating money, etc

Other Word Forms

• philanthropically adverb
• nonphilanthropic adjective
• nonphilanthropical adjective
• pseudophilanthropic adjective
• pseudophilanthropical adjective
• pseudophilanthropically adverb
• unphilanthropic adjective
• unphilanthropically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of philanthropic¹

First recorded in 1780–90; philanthrop(y) + -ic

Example Sentences

“How can we monetize and make those models work so they’re self-sustaining and less dependent on philanthropic support?”

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The bonuses, contingent on whether the executives meet their goals, will be funded through what one finance official described as “campus-based auxiliaries” that include philanthropic sources and private fundraising, rather than state or tuition funds.

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Away from her philanthropic work, Ms Ferguson has various business ventures, and has written several children's books, non-fiction about Queen Victoria, and her own memoirs.

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Williams also details her robust philanthropic goals, including mentoring other Black entrepreneurs.

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The poll comes ahead of a Nov. 7 forum at UC Riverside where 11 philanthropic organizations, including the California Wellness Foundation, have invited gubernatorial candidates to discuss their healthcare priorities.

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Related Words

• altruistic 
• humanitarian 
• patriotic