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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
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.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2025
The apparent separation between the political and philanthropic arms of the former Arabella network may be an effort to lull donors like Gates back into the fold.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 21 Nov. 2025
Both were extremely philanthropic with not only their money but their time.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
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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.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 Dec. 2025
The apparent separation between the political and philanthropic arms of the former Arabella network may be an effort to lull donors like Gates back into the fold.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 21 Nov. 2025
Both were extremely philanthropic with not only their money but their time.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for philanthropic
Adjective
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Those charitable events, Peter Baker said, brought his business into people’s hands.—
Emily M. Olson,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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Eco effort Ocean Casino Resort is committed to investing in positive environmental change through beach cleanups, charitable contributions, and advocacy including a partnership with an organic farm addressing food insecurity, soil regeneration, and community inclusiveness in Atlantic City.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Santos plays Ruby Dela Cruz, the head of a grassroots organization serving Aeta communities, while Martin plays Angelique Dumont, a European humanitarian executive overseeing aid operations across Southeast Asia.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 May 2026
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His visit came just as the Cuban government admitted that its oil reserves have run dry and coincides with efforts by federal prosecutors to secure an indictment against Raúl Castro for drug trafficking and the 1996 downing of humanitarian planes.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
16 May 2026
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The overflow doctor had benevolent eyes and doughy cheeks, like fresh loaves of bread.—
Nami Mun,
The Atlantic,
16 May 2026
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That’s particularly noteworthy with sloths, with faces configured in a permanently benevolent expression.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2026
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“Philanthropic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philanthropic. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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