as in philanthropic
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others
humanitarian efforts to aid the earthquake victims
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Recent Examples of humanitarian
Matt Grobar, Deadline, 3 Nov. 2025
According to The New York Times, the death toll in Jamaica from Hurricane Melissa is now a devastating 28 — and that’s with dozens of communities still awaiting aid, as local authorities and humanitarian workers continue clearing debris.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 3 Nov. 2025
Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
Armani’s sleek tailoring and unfussy silhouettes dovetailed with Diana’s new chapter as an independent woman and global humanitarian.
—Erin Hill, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Ora is also notably a UNICEF ambassador who has continually advocated for humanitarian causes, drawing from personal experience as a refugee from Kosovo as a child.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 3 Nov. 2025
According to The New York Times, the death toll in Jamaica from Hurricane Melissa is now a devastating 28 — and that’s with dozens of communities still awaiting aid, as local authorities and humanitarian workers continue clearing debris.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 3 Nov. 2025
Noun
Sean has long been an inspiration to me — not only for his work as a filmmaker, but for his courage as a social activist and humanitarian.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
Armani’s sleek tailoring and unfussy silhouettes dovetailed with Diana’s new chapter as an independent woman and global humanitarian.
—Erin Hill, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for humanitarian
Adjective
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These are not philanthropic gestures.—
Olivier Wenden,
Fortune,
14 Oct. 2025
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Based in Ooltewah, Tenn., the Morning Pointe Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Morning Pointe Senior Living.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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That support includes access to the Earthshot Prize’s ambitious global network of businesses, philanthropists, investors and environmental organizations committed to climate action.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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The nonprofit is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a gala on November 4, hosted by longtime music artists and Nashville philanthropists Amy Grant and Vince Gill, at the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum.—
Laura L. Davis,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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That’s more than what Harvesters raises in charitable donations for an entire year, officials said.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
31 Oct. 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.—
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CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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America appears to be, at the moment, in a sort of benevolent hostage situation.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
30 Oct. 2025
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Sandy Claws Santa Claus, or Sandy Claws in Halloween Town, is a benevolent figure who loves to give cheer to everyone.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Humanitarian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/humanitarian. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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