charitable

adjective

ˈcher-ə-tə-bəl How to pronounce charitable (audio)
Definition of charitablenext
1
as in philanthropic
having or showing a concern for the welfare of others a charitable couple who have donated a sizable chunk of their fortune to the local university

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2
as in generous
giving or sharing in abundance and without hesitation a charitable woman who helped everyone who needed it

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3
as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others her best friend, who was inclined towards a more charitable interpretation of her actions, let it pass

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Recent Examples of charitable In between attending sporting events — like Royal Ascot and Wimbledon — and hosting charitable events, the couple finds time for family. — Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026 The agreement with the Steiners, founders of EcommerceBytes, a newsletter covering the e-commerce industry, includes an additional $7 million in charitable donations, including to organizations supporting First Amendment rights. — Leah Willingham, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 The church leaders called on lawmakers to retain existing tax exemptions for charitable organizations such as maternity homes, domestic violence shelters and food banks if Amendment 5 passes. — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026 Jurors also found the NRA liable for mismanaging assets and misrepresenting information in its tax filings as a nonprofit charitable organization. — ABC News, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for charitable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for charitable
  1. philanthropic
  2. generous
  3. easy
  4. humanitarian
  5. benevolent
  6. soft
  7. indulgent
Adjective
  • Some billionaires have also pledged philanthropic contributions.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026
  • That would have been even a few more million bucks on top of what already looks more like a philanthropic civic act more than a savvy investment on Tullman’s impassioned part, but an enthusiastic punter can dream.
    — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026
Definition of philanthropic
Adjective
  • Ted is a little surprised but not really, and a little unsure of how to respond to her generous offer.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The concierge will arrange special tours and experiences; the hotel's generous public spaces are ideal for weddings and events.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of generous
Adjective
  • Holes left lying around for even the most slothful of AI are just begging for an easy AI escape.
    — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The fool-proof collection covers all the bases from your first cleanse to your five-to-nine, and easy refreshes throughout the day.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of easy
Adjective
  • The sudden arrival of 50,000 to 60,000 migrants on Thursday and Friday sparked a humanitarian crisis in Ceuta and reignited the immigration debate in the 27-nation bloc, though most of the migrants soon went back.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The 39-year-old has been a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador since 2010, while his Lionel Messi Foundation has raised money for a number of humanitarian causes, including toward the building of a pediatric cancer centre in Barcelona.
    — Dan Kilpatrick, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of humanitarian
Adjective
  • In Chinese mythology, for example, dragons are revered as powerful, benevolent beings associated with rain, rivers, and fertility.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026
  • His single mom, Laura, got by with assistance from the local church and benevolent relatives, including one who bought Warner football cleats.
    — Dan Pompei, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Definition of benevolent
Adjective
  • This buttery-soft basic is worth ditching your frumpy tees for.
    — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026
  • It is commonly used in sports medicine, regenerative medicine and wellness settings with the goal of promoting the healing of tendons, ligaments, muscles and other soft tissues.
    — Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
Definition of soft
Adjective
  • While the frozen beverage looks indulgent, experts say the drink itself isn't necessarily any less healthy than your usual cup of joe.
    — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026
  • Chef Izu Ani’s menu combines Chinese and East Asian influences with Japanese precision, taking recognisable dishes and ingredients into much more indulgent territory.
    — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of indulgent

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“Charitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charitable. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

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