philanthropist
1 synonym and 1 antonym for philanthropist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who donates significant money, time, or effort to causes intended to improve the lives of others.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
How to use philanthropist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a noted philanthropist
wealthy philanthropist
Etymology
Formed from "philanthropy" plus "-ist," from Greek roots meaning "one who loves humankind."
Full origin of philanthropist →Frequently asked questions
What does “philanthropist” mean?
The word “philanthropist” means a person who donates significant money, time, or effort to causes intended to improve the lives of others. In plain terms, someone who gives generously, especially money, to help others or improve society.
How do you use “philanthropist” in a sentence?
Here is “philanthropist” used in a sentence: “The billionaire philanthropist pledged half his fortune to charity.”
What part of speech is “philanthropist”?
“Philanthropist” is a noun.
Where does the word “philanthropist” come from?
The word “philanthropist” comes from Greek. Formed from "philanthropy" plus "-ist," from Greek roots meaning "one who loves humankind.".
