as in philanthropic
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others
I'm not being altruistic in giving you these books, since I was going to have to lug them with me if you hadn't come along
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Recent Examples of altruistic
In fact, 2019 research from Personality and Individual Differences notes that choosing an altruistic partner — someone who genuinely cares about your well-being without expecting anything in return — is a smart, successful mate choice.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
The study challenges assumptions about non-human animals’ ability to provide altruistic care, write the authors.
—Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 May 2025
The episode takes place on the day of the big Beverly vs. Crenshaw rivalry game, which has also turned into a (quite literal) family affair with the reveal that Cassius is Jordan’s cousin, and his decision to take the coaching gig at Beverly wasn’t an altruistic one.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 5 May 2025
Some fans were shocked to witness The White Lotus' altruistic spa manager not only accept a $5 million payout from the corrupt Greg (Jon Gries), but blow off her love interest Pornchai (Dom Hetrakul) on the acclaimed HBO anthology drama's shocking season 3 finale.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 5 May 2025
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
The study challenges assumptions about non-human animals’ ability to provide altruistic care, write the authors.
—Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 May 2025
The episode takes place on the day of the big Beverly vs. Crenshaw rivalry game, which has also turned into a (quite literal) family affair with the reveal that Cassius is Jordan’s cousin, and his decision to take the coaching gig at Beverly wasn’t an altruistic one.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 5 May 2025
Some fans were shocked to witness The White Lotus' altruistic spa manager not only accept a $5 million payout from the corrupt Greg (Jon Gries), but blow off her love interest Pornchai (Dom Hetrakul) on the acclaimed HBO anthology drama's shocking season 3 finale.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for altruistic
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Art Environments The Kohler Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Kohler Co., a global manufacturing giant headquartered in Kohler, WI.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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For estate planners, CPAs, and financial advisors, the key takeaway is that tax tools should serve philanthropic intent, not drive it.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust's portfolio.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
20 June 2025
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For those grappling with tax implications—a common challenge for sudden wealth recipients—the firm collaborates with tax professionals to optimize strategies such as charitable donations and estate planning.—
Georgette Virgo,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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The boys play benevolent Nathan Fielder types helping their friend Karli rehearse an upcoming appearance on the popular social-media show SubwayTakes; the prompts she’s presented with in their VR simulator offer a perfect place to nest jokes.—
Hershal Pandya,
Vulture,
26 June 2025
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Murals across Iran feature his seemingly benevolent white-bearded face.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
25 June 2025
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“Altruistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/altruistic. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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