as in benefactor
a wealthy person who gives money and time to help make life better for other people
a philanthropist known to generously donate to those organizations that help the poor
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Recent Examples of philanthropist
The event featured noted philanthropist and civic leader Don Graham and former U.S. Congressman Jim Cooper.
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David Plazas, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
After his death came an outpouring of love from Louisville and the sports world, who remembered him not only as a legend on the court, but as a successful entrepreneur and generous philanthropist.
—Connor Giffin, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
The city will coordinate between philanthropists and organizations distributing the cards, according to the mayor’s office.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2025
Even philanthropists like Ted Turner have granted celebrity appeal to such undertakings by making visits to the DPRK.
—Saleem H. Ali, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
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David Plazas, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
After his death came an outpouring of love from Louisville and the sports world, who remembered him not only as a legend on the court, but as a successful entrepreneur and generous philanthropist.
—Connor Giffin, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
The city will coordinate between philanthropists and organizations distributing the cards, according to the mayor’s office.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2025
Even philanthropists like Ted Turner have granted celebrity appeal to such undertakings by making visits to the DPRK.
—Saleem H. Ali, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for philanthropist
Noun
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Advocacy groups argue the NPS is not a drag on the federal taxpayer but is instead a benefactor.—
Suzanne Rowan Kelleher,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Chief among his benefactors was American wax sculptor and undercover spy, Patience Wright who lived and worked in London.—
Time,
Time,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Another donor lauded the foundation for its work in the local community amid turmoil.—
Ashleigh Fields,
The Hill,
11 July 2025
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In June, the Royal Charity Polo Cup cut ties with a donor who had reportedly attempted to sell private access to the Prince and Princess of Wales for $27,000.—
Logan Holland,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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While Paytas’ Big Broadway Dream quickly sold out the St. James Theatre, donations of $5 to $25 to the Fund enters donators will be entered for a chance to win a front row pair of tickets.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
23 Jan. 2025
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The new group is actively looking for volunteers, members and donators, SAMENA Collective Membership Chairman Wali Qazizada said.—
Annika Bahnsen,
Orange County Register,
19 July 2024
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“Philanthropist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/philanthropist. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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