philanthropize

[ fi-lan-thruh-pahyz ]

verb (used with object)

, phi·lan·thro·pized, phi·lan·thro·piz·ing.

1. to treat (persons) in a philanthropic manner.

verb (used without object)

, phi·lan·thro·pized, phi·lan·thro·piz·ing.

1. to practice philanthropy.

Word History and Origins

Origin of philanthropize¹

First recorded in 1820–30; philanthrop(y) + -ize

Example Sentences

Let them preach less and philanthropize more.

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