Soroptimist

noun

So·​rop·​ti·​mist sə-ˈräp-tə-mist How to pronounce Soroptimist (audio)
sȯ-
: a member of a service club composed of professional women and businesswomen

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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

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Etymology

Soroptimist (Club)

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Soroptimist was in 1924

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“Soroptimist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Soroptimist. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.

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