Definition of charitable
1
: full of love for and goodwill toward others : benevolent
2a
: liberal in benefactions to the needy : generous
b
: of or relating to charity
charitable institutions
3
: merciful or kind in judging others : lenient
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The first known use of charitable was in the 14th century
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