philanthropic

[ fil-uhn-throp-ik ]

adjective

1. of, pertaining to, engaged in, or characterized by philanthropy; benevolent:

   a philanthropic foundation.

philanthropic

/ ˌfɪlənˈθrɒpɪk /

adjective

1. showing concern for humanity, esp by performing charitable actions, donating money, etc

Derived Forms

• ˌphilanˈthropically, adverb

Other Words From

• philan·thropi·cal·ly adverb
• nonphil·an·thropic adjective
• nonphil·an·thropi·cal adjective
• pseudo·philan·thropic adjective
• pseudo·philan·thropi·cal adjective
• pseudo·philan·thropi·cal·ly adverb
• unphil·an·thropic adjective
• unphil·an·thropi·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of philanthropic¹

First recorded in 1780–90; philanthrop(y) + -ic

Example Sentences

Cloobeck is a longtime donor and fundraiser for Democrats and philanthropic causes.

From Los Angeles Times

For more information about the initiative and its philanthropic funders, go to latimes.com/earlyed.

From Los Angeles Times

Forbes and his wife Danielle set up the Forbes Family Group, a philanthropic organisation for people in underserved communities.

From BBC

But one month later, the department determined the order had been “issued in error” because of the building’s designation as a philanthropic institution, which allowed for housing.

From Los Angeles Times

In 2015, the owner, 5700 Hoover LLC, was issued a certificate of occupancy that changed its use from offices to a “philanthropic institution,” allowing up to 17 bedrooms.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• altruistic
• humanitarian
• patriotic