Word meaning
philanthropy
noun · fih-LAN-thruh-pee
What does philanthropy mean?
Philanthropy means the desire to promote the welfare of others, especially by generous donations.
Philanthropy in a sentence
“Her philanthropy funded clean-water projects in twelve countries.”
Synonyms for philanthropy
- charity
- generosity
- benevolence
Where does philanthropy come from?
From Greek philos, "loving," and anthrōpos, "human being."
How to remember philanthropy
- Say it out loud a few times: fih-LAN-thruh-pee.
- Write one sentence of your own using philanthropy, about something that happened to you today.
- Quiz yourself tomorrow, in three days, and next week. Spaced reviews are what make new words stick.
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