charitable

adjective

ˈcher-ə-tə-bəl How to pronounce charitable (audio)
Definition of charitablenext
1
as in philanthropic
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others a charitable couple who have donated a sizable chunk of their fortune to the local university

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2
as in generous
giving or sharing in abundance and without hesitation a charitable woman who helped everyone who needed it

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3
as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others her best friend, who was inclined towards a more charitable interpretation of her actions, let it pass

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Recent Examples of charitable At least two other solicitor generals in Georgia, including in Fulton County, have similar programs allowing people facing minor offenses to donate to charitable causes as a form of community service. — Reed Williams, AJC.com, 15 Oct. 2026 Meanwhile, Danny Wimmer Presents will contribute a portion of each GoldenSky ticket sale to the DWP Foundation, which supports local and national nonprofits and charitable initiatives in communities that host DWP fests. — Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2026 Trump’s legislation also added a charitable deduction for filers who don’t itemize tax breaks, worth up to $1,000 for single filers and $2,000 for married couples. — Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea, CNBC, 9 Oct. 2026 Harry’s vow to invoke his mother in future charitable endeavors sits in stark contrast to older brother Prince William’s approach. — Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for charitable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for charitable
  1. philanthropic
  2. generous
  3. easy
  4. humanitarian
  5. benevolent
  6. soft
  7. indulgent
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  • Some billionaires have also pledged philanthropic contributions.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026
  • That would have been even a few more million bucks on top of what already looks more like a philanthropic civic act more than a savvy investment on Tullman’s impassioned part, but an enthusiastic punter can dream.
    — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026
Definition of philanthropic
Adjective
  • The 87 does, however, introduce a fresh onboard layout to the line, with a beam of 39 feet creating generous living quarters.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The cover lifts up and back, exposing the build platform, resin tank, and vertical motion system with generous access from the front and sides.
    — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of generous
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  • The intensity of their yearning has only increased on their second album, Nature’s Pill—and that’s no easy feat, considering this is a band whose breakout track opens with the narrator prostrating himself before the object of his affection.
    — Colin Joyce, Pitchfork, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Celebrity hairstylist Brian Magallones considers this the perfect balance between a not-too-fussy and not-too-structured chignon, a style that sounds tough to style without a professional team but is actually quite easy to master at-home.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of easy
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  • Joe sought a presidential pardon in June 2025, and Gia said in August 2026 that the family had filed a humanitarian packet as part of its efforts to bring him home.
    — Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The result was a humanitarian crisis that at the time was considered the world’s worst, with some 377,000 people killed, according to the Yemen Data Project, which tracks casualties from Yemen’s various conflicts.
    — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of humanitarian
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  • Larger-than-life Halloween celebrations rise up every October like the Great Pumpkin (or a benevolent spooky spirit or two) to captivate visitors with parades, caramel apples, costume contests, and more.
    — Michelle Mastro, Midwest Living, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Promotional images and films conjured a playful, adaptable and benevolent house — plastic as the building block of family happiness.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of benevolent
Adjective
  • But, for me, the softer spotlight on HABIBTI has been part of its charm all along — and highlights the risk in releasing three albums at once.
    — Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Against his soft, sensitive frame, this underwater world looks impossibly hard.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of soft
Adjective
  • If the price tag seems high, that's because all of the suites are spectacular and indulgent.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Here, an indulgent, chocolatey taste combines with a menagerie of wellness benefits — from stronger joints, nails, and hair follicles to glowier skin.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026
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“Charitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charitable. Accessed 18 Oct. 2026.

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