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-derivedphil (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 wordsCommon 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.