Charitable

usgb/ˈtʃærətəbl/
adjective

Giving money, food or help freely to those who are in need.

The charitable organization is providing food for the poor.
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Often appears as...

  • charitable organization
  • charitable cause
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Acts of Kindness

Use 'charitable' to describe actions done to help others, not for personal gain.

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She spends her weekends doing charitable work at the shelter.
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Beyond Money

'Charitable' isn't just about money; it includes volunteering time or providing services.

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Their charitable efforts included rebuilding homes after the disaster.
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Formal Context

'Charitable' is often used in formal contexts, such as legal or organizational communication.

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The foundation's primary aim is charitable support for the underprivileged.
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altruisticbenevolentcompassionategenerousgivehelpfulhumanitarianmagnanimousphilanthropic
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