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philanthropic

UK/fi'lænθrәpic/US
GREC2

Definitions

adj.

Relating to or characterized by charitable giving and concern for human welfare

慈善的,博爱的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
phillove, affection
+
anthrophuman, mankind
+
-icrelating to, having the nature of
=philanthropic

phil (love) + anthrop (humankind) + -ic (adj.) = 'loving humanity.' The adjective form of philanthropy, used for charitable people, gifts, and organizations.

Root phil still carries 11 more words

Common Collocations

  • 1.philanthropic foundation慈善基金会
  • 2.philanthropic efforts慈善行动
  • 3.philanthropic organization慈善机构
  • 4.philanthropic work慈善工作

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The donation came from a well-known philanthropic foundation.

  • 2.

    Their philanthropic efforts reached schools in rural areas.

  • 3.

    She is admired for her philanthropic work in education.

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