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also philanthropical
as in charitable
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others
a philanthropic society that has been doing good for over a century
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Recent Examples of philanthropic
Yet philanthropic investment is shrinking in relative terms.
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Felecia Hatcher,
Fortune,
7 Apr. 2026
Sampson raised well over $1 billion in philanthropic resources alongside her team — leading and closing the inaugural $100 million Unite Forever endowment campaign three years ahead of schedule.
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Brian Womack,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
The Archewell Foundation formally launched in late 2020, establishing the philanthropic pillar of their new life outside the royal fold.
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Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
19 Dec. 2025
The ship’s medical team will also provide support to isolated communities during its travels, and residents participate in philanthropic initiatives centered on conservation, education, and community development.
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Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
8 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for philanthropic
Felecia Hatcher,
Fortune,
7 Apr. 2026
Sampson raised well over $1 billion in philanthropic resources alongside her team — leading and closing the inaugural $100 million Unite Forever endowment campaign three years ahead of schedule.
—
Brian Womack,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
The Archewell Foundation formally launched in late 2020, establishing the philanthropic pillar of their new life outside the royal fold.
—
Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
19 Dec. 2025
The ship’s medical team will also provide support to isolated communities during its travels, and residents participate in philanthropic initiatives centered on conservation, education, and community development.
—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
8 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for philanthropic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for philanthropic
Adjective
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At least seven of those winners started charitable foundations, and all nine have made significant gifts to local causes.
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Some said a heartfelt card is enough, while others suggested a charitable donation.
Adjective
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Dasilva said Donizete had been working in the US state of Georgia after fleeing Venezuela’s humanitarian crisis.
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Nearby, Mariana Roufett packed boxes of humanitarian aid while thinking about her childhood friend and her family, who remain missing.
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Hostile and benevolent sexism are early indicators of deeper problems.
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Amazed to discover her treasure-trove apartment, Julián also discovers his own Caribbean heritage and the lively Brooklyn community he is surrounded by, in a loveable, benevolent family-friendly feature.
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“Philanthropic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philanthropic. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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