philanthropic

/ˌfɪl.ənˈθɹɑ.pɪk/

UK: /ˌfɪl.ənˈθɹɒp.ɪk/

fɪl · ƏNΘɹⱭ · pɪk (3 syllables)

English Adj Top 43,204
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Definition

Of or pertaining to philanthropy; characterized by philanthropy; loving or helping mankind

Etymology

From French philanthropique.

Example Sentences

  • "a philanthropic enterprise"
  • "At the same time, politics started spilling over into the philanthropic initiative."
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