as in philanthropist
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of almoner
Those who call asking for financial help are put through to the Vatican almoner’s office, which has provided aid recently to victims of war in Ukraine, floods in Brazil and homelessness in Naples in southern Italy.
—
Giovanna Dell’orto, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2025
Under Francis' leadership, the role of almoner has been expanded to reflect his deep commitment to charity and aiding those in need.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
The office of the almoner traditionally cares for the weak.
—Gaia Pianigiani, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2018
Giovanna Dell’orto, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2025
Under Francis' leadership, the role of almoner has been expanded to reflect his deep commitment to charity and aiding those in need.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025
The office of the almoner traditionally cares for the weak.
—Gaia Pianigiani, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for almoner
Noun
-
And Max Woldenberg’s brother Malcolm was a prominent New Orleans philanthropist for whom the Institute of Southern Jewish Life is named.—
Grace Gilson,
Sun Sentinel,
2 Mar. 2026
-
Crean Lutheran is named after John Crean, the recreational vehicle pioneer and philanthropist with a rags-to-riches story.—
Diamond Leung,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Conditions in the country have deteriorated rapidly since the US toppled former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, Cuba’s main benefactor at the time of his capture.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
3 Mar. 2026
-
Additionally, these revenue-sharing numbers don’t include third-party NIL payments, which can provide a significant advantage to schools with a large alumni base — or with wealthy benefactors, which has been the case at Oregon (Phil Knight) and Indiana (Mark Cuban), for instance.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
He was impeached in 2023 for allegedly using his office to benefit a political donor, though he was acquitted in the Senate.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
-
The interest group’s website makes clear that credit for the contribution goes to both the donor and AIPAC itself, thereby strengthening its ties with key officials by soliciting donations for them.—
Robert Schmad,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
And how much, or how little, does Belinda know about what happened to her would-be benefactress?—
Dan Heching,
CNN,
14 Feb. 2025
-
Breaking down the differences between playing the ruthless crime lord and the polished benefactress, Gasćon also noted that the role of Emilia was deceptively physical.—
Elaina Patton,
NBC News,
1 Nov. 2024
Noun
-
By 1997, there was another TV remake with Brandy starring as Cinderella for a new generation, with Bernadette Peters as her mean stepmother and Whitney Houston as the fairy godmother.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2026
-
Carolyn sneaks into a gala; Klein, the fairy godmother, introduces her to the instantly besotted prince, John.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
With 2,800 square feet of real estate, Poulette Bakeshop will roughly double its footprint, making way for not only upgraded equipment that will bolster production of its signature pastries and confections, but also guest seating that allows patrons to linger, said co-owner Carolyn Nugent.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
4 Mar. 2026
-
The museum’s founders, Mark and Janet Hilbert, seeded the Chapman University museum from their own expansive collection, and Mark Hilbert regularly treats patrons to tours.—
Heather McRea,
Oc Register,
4 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Almoner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/almoner. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
