Soroptimist

noun

So·​rop·​ti·​mist sə-ˈräp-tə-mist 

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: a member of a service club composed of professional women and businesswomen

Examples of Soroptimist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Soroptimist International of La Jolla bestowed a total of $25,000 to seven area women who are the primary financial providers for their families at its 2026 Live Your Dream Awards luncheon March 28 in La Jolla. — La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026

The event is free but reservations are required and a $5 donation is requested that benefits Soroptimist of Capistrano Bay. — Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 4 Dec. 2025

Villa de Vida housing for disabled adults and Soroptimist International of Poway received $3,500; and Blissful Seeds and Helping Hands Ministry received $3,000. — Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 May 2025

Since 1972, Soroptimist International of Poway has given approximately 107 Training Awards, Women’s Opportunity Awards and Live Your Dream Awards totaling more than $132,000, according to the club. — Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Soroptimist (Club)

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above