Good works

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noun

Acts of kindness or charity done to help others.

She was always engaged in good works, particularly those involving hospitals.
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  • do good works
  • engaged in good works
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Community Focus

‘Good works’ often involve volunteer activities aimed at improving community welfare or aiding the less fortunate.

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After the flood, her good works included organizing a food drive.
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Personal Initiative

‘Good works’ usually imply personal effort and initiative rather than something done because one has to.

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He did good works by personally sponsoring a scholarship.
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Not for Profit

‘Good works’ are done without expectation of financial gain, focusing on altruism.

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Her good works included volunteering at the shelter weekly.
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