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charitable actions

[CHAR-i-tuh-bul AK-shunz]
nounpl: charitable actions
ações caritativas
1. Voluntary acts of kindness, generosity, or assistance given to help those in need, typically without expectation of reward or return
Her charitable actions helped countless families in the community.
Suas ações caritativas ajudaram inúmeras famílias na comunidade.
2. Deeds performed with the intention of relieving suffering, promoting welfare, or supporting charitable causes
The organization recognized his charitable actions by awarding him a medal.
A organização reconheceu suas ações caritativas concedendo-lhe uma medalha.
Synonyms
benevolent actsphilanthropic deedshumanitarian effortsgood worksaltruistic actionsacts of kindness
Antonyms
selfish actionsmalevolent deedscruel actsharmful actions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ações caritativas
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
ações de caridade
Alternative phrasing commonly used in formal contexts
Portugal
acções caritativas
Uses traditional Portuguese spelling with 'cc'

Related Idioms & Phrases

charity begins at home
lend a helping hand
pay it forward
acts of mercy
doing good deeds
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