GIVER Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

giver

noun

Definition of giver

as in donor

someone who gives something to another person The big giver to the charity wanted to remain anonymous. a gift giver

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Recent Examples of giver Senior members and party leaders are more likely to be givers than receivers, and members facing pressure from outside spending are more likely to attract support from their party colleagues. — Mayank Kejriwal, The Conversation, 10 June 2026 There’s also Margo’s roommate Susie (Thaddea Graham), a delightfully nerdy cosplayer who turns out to be the most steadfast support-giver in Margo’s life. — Literary Hub, 28 May 2026 The gift giver is married; her husband and my fiancé are friends as well. — R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 9 May 2026 The gift giver is married; her husband and my fiancé are friends. — R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 9 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for giver

Recent Examples of Synonyms for giver

Noun

Sutton said The Wounded Blue first purchased the officer a wheelchair before connecting him with a renowned spinal surgeon through the same anonymous donor.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
And the National Park Foundation’s president has told Congress that donors who request anonymity will not be disclosed, according to congressional Democrats.

— Luke Fountain, CNBC, 3 July 2026

Definition of donor

Noun

Jesse and Shilpa chat with fellow editor, and Bake Club’s first guest contributor, Rebecca Firkser, about all things galette, and award the latest Baker of the Month.

— Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 July 2026
Henrietta was a thoughtful, interesting person, and contributor to some of the most important early works of evolutionary science.

— Leah Hudson, Popular Science, 9 July 2026

Definition of contributor

Noun

Swift’s name came up as a possible wealthy benefactor to pay for a new football stadium in Kansas City.

— Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 4 July 2026
His estranged sister, played by Natalie Portman, joins him on the quest which is financed by Domhnall Gleeson's billionaire benefactor character Owen Carver.

— Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026