CRUELTY-FREE Synonyms: 120 Similar and Opposite Words

cruelty-free

adjective

Definition of cruelty-free

as in charitable

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Recent Examples of cruelty-free All products made by MERSEA are made ethically, and their scent lines are cruelty-free and made without the use of sulfates, parabens and phthalates. — Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026 Unlike many nail products that can be harsh on both skin and the environment, this one is eco-friendly, made with vegan and cruelty-free ingredients. — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 2 June 2026 The vegan and cruelty-free beauty line included serums, bath bombs and cosmetic bags. — Esther Kang, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026 Every R+Co formula is vegan, hair color-safe, cruelty-free, and Leaping Bunny certified -- free from sulfates, parabens, phthalates, petrolatum and synthetic dyes. — ABC News, 19 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for cruelty-free

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Adjective

The American defense was charitable on most, if not all, of Belgium’s four goals last round.

— Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 10 July 2026
For almost all of these races there is a charitable angle, a way to buy a spot outside the normal lottery, application or qualification process.

— Larry Olmsted, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of charitable

Adjective

Despite those altruistic goals, from the beginning, the commission faced criticism that the composition and agenda of the body were slanted toward a conservative Christian perspective.

— Steven K. Green, The Conversation, 2 July 2026
To my father, wellness was not a goal to be optimized, but rather something that came naturally with a curious, family-oriented, and altruistic existence.

— Ezekiel J. Emanuel, Fortune, 21 June 2026

Definition of altruistic

Adjective

As the siege escalates, loyalties are tested and selfless sacrifices are made, leading to a desperate fight for survival where not everyone will emerge alive.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 9 July 2026
There’s no doubt that James’ selfless style of play will complement Curry’s shooting and Green’s defensive versatility.

— Mark Medina, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Definition of selfless

Adjective

The expansion is possible because Hartford Hospital received a $250,000 grant through The Cigna Group Health Equity Impact Fund by The Cigna Group Foundation, which is the philanthropic arm of The Cigna Group go to the Food4Health program.

— Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 17 June 2026
Andre Dowell is founder and president of the National Philanthropic Foundation, advancing philanthropic legacy, next generation leadership, and civic understanding.

— Andre Dowell, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026

Definition of philanthropic

Adjective

Four Democratic candidates for county offices spoke before the march and described the jail system as a humanitarian crisis being neglected by the Republican majority elected to Tarrant County Commissioners Court.

— Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2026
The White House has repeatedly threatened to oust Cuba’s communist regime, sanctioning key figures and state entities, and tightening a trade embargo that has led to a humanitarian crisis in the Caribbean nation.

— Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 14 July 2026

Definition of humanitarian

Adjective

However, the unselfish captain has led MLS in assists so far, which may still bode well for South Korea.

— Andrew Greif, NBC news, 12 June 2026
Though Bridges’ clank to conclude the evening was hardly the reason for the defeat, the possession was exemplary of a rare issue for New York, one of the league’s cleverest and most unselfish squads.

— Fred Katz, New York Times, 10 June 2026

Definition of unselfish

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As a witty nod to the noble milieu and the Sciò family’s former residency, a family tree of portraits by Gucci collaborator Ignasi Monreal, hangs in the piano room outside of the restaurant.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2026
Warm, fuzzy feelings for noble stupidity are an American thing, especially in politics.

— The New Yorker, New Yorker, 4 July 2026

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