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adjective

Definition of humanitariannext
as in philanthropic
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others humanitarian efforts to aid the earthquake victims

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noun

as in philanthropist

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Recent Examples of humanitarian
Adjective
This disaster underscores the urgent need for humanitarian aid in the region, where organizations like UNICEF are prepared to assist vulnerable children and families. — Sarah Ferguson, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 The last war, which began in 2014, left the country facing the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. — Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
Noun
His knowledge and experience on the team was a critical role for the planet's survival and the health of its inhabitants, a true humanitarian. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 3 June 2026 Those actions have generated fierce legal challenges and criticism from humanitarians. — Gregory Royal Pratt, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for humanitarian
Recent Examples of Synonyms for humanitarian
  1. philanthropic
  2. philanthropist
  3. charitable
  4. benevolent
Adjective
  • 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
Noun
  • The author who became one of the world's most famous (and secretive) philanthropists, is self-publishing a new book.
    — Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • More than $60 million was raised for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund through a $1 allocation from every tournament ticket sold, contributions and royalties from the artists and donations from corporations and philanthropists.
    — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of philanthropist
Adjective
  • Global Citizen app users can also earn points to enter to win a pair of free tickets or use the app to make a charitable donation in order to secure tickets.
    — Katie Houlis, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Then, the news started focusing on his charitable contributions in comparison to ex-wife Mackenzie Scott, and his new business endeavors as well as his remaining Amazon ties.
    — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of charitable
Adjective
  • The idea is to encourage investment in infrastructure, but a particularly benevolent owner could pour in vast sums that could then be used on the squad.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The commissioners representing the Hawaiian Government have consented to leave to the future and to the just and benevolent purposes of the United States the adjustment of all such questions.
    — Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Aug. 2026
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