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phi·lan·thro·py
 philanthropy
- pronunciation:
- fih
laen
thr
pi
| part of speech: |
noun |
| inflections: |
philanthropies |
| definition 1: |
a feeling of love and goodwill toward humankind in general.
The old man was a selfish curmudgeon and certainly not known for philanthropy.- synonyms:
- altruism, benevolence, bigheartedness, openheartedness
- similar words:
- agape, benignity, bounty, charity, compassion, generosity, kindness, liberality, magnanimity, sympathy
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| definition 2: |
collective efforts made to do good for others, esp. in the form of making monetary donations or engaging in charitable works.
The industrialist eventually used much of his vast wealth for philanthropy.- synonyms:
- alms, benefaction, beneficence, charity, kindness
- similar words:
- aid, assistance, benevolence, contribution, courtesy, donation, favor, help, oblation, offering, succor
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| definition 3: |
an organization that supports and promotes charitable causes.
Their organization is one of the many philanthropies whose aim is to help children.- synonyms:
- charity
- similar words:
- foundation
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| related words: |
altruism |
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